Tennessee Second Offense DUI
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Under the DUI laws in Tennessee being convicted of a Second Offense DUI is not the same as a first offense. The punishment increases a great deal.
A second offense DUI is a misdemeanor carrying with it an automatic penalty of 11 months and 29 days in jail, the period of incarceration shall not be less than 45 days in jail and the remainder of the sentence shall be served on probation after the confinement period is completed. The fine for second offense DUI ranges from $600.00 dollars to $3,500.00 dollars, and as discussed earlier on my website, you may also lose your caror truck permanently under the forfeiture guidelines for the State of Tennessee.
There is no good time credit given for a second offense DUI in Tennessee until the minimum sentence of 45 days is served day for day. The only credit obtainable is for in patient drug and alcohol treatment. Once you are released on probation you may be subject to the interlock device being placed on your car, if they have not seized it.
The State of Tennessee has implemented a new policy on public service for a DUI. You must now do 24 hours of litter pick up along with all the fines and penalties that accompany your second offense DUI conviction. The consequences of a second offense DUI are great, they should be taken seriously.
There are defenses available to you, should you wish to discuss your case, please give the law office a call.
