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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