Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

The combination of drinking alcohol or using drugs and then driving in Oklahoma is known as Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Convictions for DUI can range from license suspension to jail or prison, depending on the factors, history of the accused, and other circumstances. If you or someone you loved one has been charged, it is never too early to seek representation from a qualified Tulsa DUI lawyer.

There are varying levels of penalties and charges for DUI in Oklahoma. There are three different categories of drunk driving in Oklahoma: Driving Under the Influence of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI), Driving While Impaired (DWI), and/or Actual Physical Control (APC).

General Information:

We handle these DUI cases in municipal courts in Tulsa, Owasso, Jenks, Sapulpa, Glenpool, Collinsville, Bixby, and Broken Arrow.

What’s the difference between DUI, DWI, and APC in Oklahoma?

If your BAC is greater than .05 but lower than .08, you will likely be charged with DWI. An Oklahoma DWI usually garners a lesser punishment than does a DUI or APC. If your BAC is .08 or more, and/or your driving ability has been legally impaired by the use of alcohol and/or drugs, you will likely be charged with an Oklahoma DUI. The main difference between APC and DUI is that a DUI requires operation of the vehicle, whereas APC only requires that the vehicle could be driven. If you are in a vehicle and have the ability and potential to drive, you can be arrested if you are found to be impaired (Actual Physical Control).

An Oklahoma DWI will bring a loss of your driver’s license for 30 days, a fine of from $100 to $500, and up to six months in jail.

An Oklahoma DUI brings a loss of license from 6 months up to three years depending on the number of previous chemical test failures, fines from $500 to $1,250, 10 days to one year in jail, attendance at a victim’s impact panel, and mandatory alcohol and/or drug assessment + follow the recommendations, which lead to enrollment in a substance abuse program.

If you’ve been charged with an APC, the consequences to your driver’s license and the DUI penalties are basically the same as they are for a DUI. Oklahoma has zero tolerance for underage drinking. You will be charged with DUI if you have a BAC of .02 and are under the age of 21. Underage drinking penalties include a loss of license for 6 months, a fine from $100 to $500, community service, enrollment in a substance abuse program, or any combination of these.

Drivers who have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) must be very careful because they can be convicted of an Oklahoma DUI with a BAC of .04 while operating any vehicle.

All these charges can adversely impact your freedom and future. The best course of action would be to enlist the help of qualified Tulsa DUI Lawyers. Contact our Tulsa DUI lawyers by phone (918) 582-9529.

Your License-What’s Next?

BOT IDAP is an ignition interlock program now required for all DUI related arrests occurring on or after November 1, 2022. The program is administered by the Board of Tests. The program enrollment fee is $150.00 and an ignition interlock device is mandatory*. Interlock device fees are not included.

By enrolling in IDAP, you can obtain Class D driving privileges if you are eligible and deliver proof of IDAP enrollment to Service Oklahoma. Service Oklahoma is the only state agency that can issue lawful driving privileges. (Applicants must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the United States if they expect to be granted driving privileges by Service Oklahoma.)

When charged with a DUI/DWI or APC the State of Oklahoma will send you a Notice of Revocation. You will go online to the Oklahoma Board of Tests for Alcohol and Drug Influence Self Service Page and apply to the program. https://oklahoma.gov This is required for all offenders.

The Self-Service page gives you walk thru, step-by-step instructions about the program, the steps, the requirements and even to apply online.

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