Minors and DUI Charges
In the United States, you must be 21 or older to legally consume alcoholic beverages. Minor consumption of alcohol is illegal and when this act is combined with driving, the legal consequences for a conviction become increasingly severe. Being charged or convicted as a minor of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) can have adverse effects on a person’s future employment opportunities and even college applications.
If you are a minor and you are facing charges of DUI, you need an experienced Rhode Island DUI defense lawyer by your side to help you fight harsh penalties in court. Contact Rhode Island DUI defense lawyer Matthew Marin today at 401-287-4384 to discuss your legal options.
Penalties for a DUI as a Minor
For adults to be charged with an alcohol-related driving offense, they typically must have a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher. If a minor is driving with any amount of alcohol in his or her system, however, he or she can face charges. In Rhode Island, a minor convicted on DUI charges may be subject to the following penalties:
- Community service and/or jail time
- Fines, based on BAC level
- Suspension of license
- Mandatory attendance in alcohol awareness classes
For subsequent offenses, or if injury or death resulted from an individual’s intoxicated driving, these penalties can become more severe.
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If you are facing DUI charges, it is important to have an experienced DUI defense lawyer at your side who understands the legal process. Contact experienced Rhode Island DUI defense attorney Matthew Marin at 401-287-4384 for the help you need.
