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Rhode Island Breath Test Refusal Penalties

First Refusal

  • Suspended license six months (Mandatory Minimum) to one year
  • Fine $200-$500
  • Community Service for 10-60 hours
  • Highway Safety Assessment Fee ($500)
  • Possible enrollment in a driving school and/or an alcohol treatment program
  • Pay a $200 fee to support the Rhode Island Department of Health chemical testing program

Second Refusal within Five Years

  • Misdemeanor
  • Up to one year in jail
  • $600-$1000 Fine
  • Suspended license 1-2 years
  • 60-100 hours of community service
  • Mandatory alcohol or drug treatment
  • Face a Highway Safety Assessment ($500 fee) conducted by the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and possible enrollment in a driving school and/or an alcohol treatment program
  • Pay a $200 fee to support the department of health’s chemical testing programs

Third Refusal within Five Years

  • Misdemeanor Crime
  • Fined $800-$1,000
  • Up to one year in jail
  • License suspended 2-5 years
  • Mandatory 100 hours of community service
  • Alcohol or drug treatment
  • Hearing to determine whether license may be reinstated
  • Face a Highway Safety Assessment ($500 fee) conducted by the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and possible enrollment in a driving school and/or an alcohol treatment program
  • Pay a $200 fee to support the department of health’s chemical testing program