Drunk Driving: Day 3 - The Costs of Drunk Driving

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Drunk Driving Day 3 - The Costs of Drunk Driving From Buddy T, your Guide to Alcoholism It is estimated that a drunk driving arrest can cost the offender up to $10,000 when all of the costs are added up, including time lost from work to meet legal obligations. The costs of fines, increased insurance, education classes and possible treatment can add up quickly. Penalties and Costs The Penalties and Costs of Drunk Driving In case you haven't noticed, the penalties for drinking and driving have gotten a lot tougher thanks to groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving. The penalties for even the first offense are stiffer in every state. How Does a DUI Affect Your Insurance? If you are convicted of drunk driving, in most states your automobile insurance rates are likely going to go up for at least three years and you will probably be learning at lot about something called SR-22. Drunk Driving Terms Administrative License Revocation Losing your license has nothing to do with criminal court. SR-22 Insurance You can bet that your rates are going to be higher. Ignition Interlock Some states require them for drunk drivers. Vehicle Confiscation A few states crack down on repeat offenders. Mandatory Jail Time More states are requiring some jail time. Enhanced Penalty Circumstances can increase minimum penalties. This email is written by: Buddy T Alcoholism Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Missing a lesson? Click here. About U. is our collection of free online courses designed to help you learn a new skill, solve a problem, get something done, or just learn more about your world. Sign up now, and we will email you lessons on a daily or weekly basis. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to the About.com 'Drunk Driving' email. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement