DUI and Underage Individuals
The state of Rhode Island has placed significant emphasis on reducing underage drinking and underage drunk driving. In a state that is traditionally harsh on DUI charges, underage regulations are no different. It is important for all Rhode Island residents under the age of twenty one to know how these laws apply to them and the consequences that could occur in the event of a DUI arrest.
If you or someone you know has been charged with underage DUI, you need to know the facts and you need to know what actions to take. Rhode Island drunk driving defense lawyer James Powderly can give you the information you need. Contact Rhode Island DUI defense attorney James Powderly today by calling 401-662-9006.
What Rhode Island Law Says About Underage DUI
The following are some of the most important regulations in Rhode Island regarding underage DUI:
- Any person over 18 years old convicted of DUI with a passenger under 13 years old may serve up to 1 year in an adult correctional facility
- Any person under 18 years old can be required to perform 10 to 60 hours of public community service, and the juvenile’s driving license can be suspended for 6 to 18 months. A judge can also require the juvenile to attend a special course on driving while intoxicated or under the influence of a controlled substance and alcohol or drug education and treatment for the juvenile. The juvenile may also be required to pay a highway assessment fine of no more than $500.
- Any person under 18 years old, for a second violation no matter what state it occurred in, can be subject to a mandatory suspension of his or her driving license until he or she is 21 years old, and can also be sentenced to the Rhode Island training school for up to 1 year and fined $500.
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If you or someone you know has been charged with underage DUI, the consequences can be life changing. Contact Rhode Island DUI defense attorney James Powderly today by calling 401-662-9006 to discuss your legal options.
