A drunk driving charge can hit you even when you’re not expecting it. If an officer smells alcohol on your breath or perceives your driving as erratic, you can be looking at criminal charges even if you’ve only had one or two drinks.
There are administrative and criminal fees associated with drunk driving charges, and depending on your situation, you could be looking at a hefty final cost. We’re here to break down the estimated costs of a DUII in Oregon so that you can be prepared.
Cost of a DUII diversion in Oregon
Under Oregon Law, first-time offenders who meet certain eligibility criteria may be approved for a DUII diversion. Oregon’s diversion program involves entering into a 12-month contract with the court. If you complete all the requirements, your DUII charge will be dismissed.
There are fees and costs associated with participating in the DUII diversion program. However, the cost is significantly less than that of a conviction. A diversion can save you a substantial amount of time, money, and stress due to the consequences and penalties associated with DUII convictions in Oregon.
You must pay a diversion fee and restitution (if any is ordered), complete and pay for an alcohol and drug abuse assessment and any required treatment, attend a one-day Victim Impact Panel, abstain from intoxicants during the diversion agreement, and use and pay for the installation and use of an ignition interlock device (IID).
Estimated DUII diversion expenses
Here is a breakdown of the estimated costs of a DUII diversion in Oregon, including court-related fees:
- Diversion fee: $460.00
- Restitution: Variable
- Drug and alcohol assessment fee: $150.00
- Victim Impact Panel fee: $5.00 – $50.00
- Court-ordered drug and alcohol treatment: Variable
- Court-ordered IID: $720.00 – $1,200.00 (estimated for one year)
- Legal and attorney fees: (varies case to case)
Cost of a DUII conviction
If you’re convicted of a DUII in Oregon, you’re guaranteed to be required to pay certain fees. However, the amount you can expect to pay will depend on a number of factors, including how many prior convictions you have, the amount of time since your last conviction, the cost of an interlock ignition device (IID), and more.
In addition to the criminal fines associated with a DUII, it’s also important to note that if you refused a breathalyzer at the time of your arrest, this will add a significant fine of up to $1,000 upon conviction.
Estimated expenses for a first DUII conviction
Each situation is unique, and the amount you’ll be expected to pay will depend on the details of your case. If this is your first offense and the diversion program isn’t an option for you, here are some costs to expect:
- Fines: $1,000.00 – $6,250.00 ($10,000.00 if a passenger was under 18 and more than three years your junior)
- Conviction fee: $255.00
- Drug and alcohol assessment fee: $150.00
- Victim Impact Panel fee: $5.00 – $50.00
- Court-ordered drug and alcohol treatment: Variable
- Court-ordered IID: $720.00 – $1,200.00 (estimated for one year)
- Legal and attorney fees: (varies)
Estimated expenses for subsequent DUII convictions
If you have prior DUII convictions in your criminal history, costs will likely be higher, especially if your last conviction took place within the last five years. Of course, the cost of your conviction will depend on how many past charges you have along with a host of other factors.
Here is a rough estimation of what subsequent DUIIs can cost in Oregon.
- Fines: $1,500.00 – $10,000.00
- Conviction fee: $255.00
- Drug and alcohol assessment fee: $150.00
- Victim Impact Panel fee: $5.00 – $50.00
- Court-ordered drug and alcohol treatment: Variable
- Court-ordered IID: $2,160.00 – $3,600.00 (estimated for three years)
- Legal and attorney fees: (varies)
Keep in mind that these estimates don’t include the cost associated with lost wages due to jail time.
Hire an Oregon DUII attorney with a proven record of success
At Russell Law Group, we’ll take on your DUII defense with compassion, ferocity, and meticulous attention to detail. We’ll take the time to hear and understand all the details of your case. We’ll look for procedural errors and police mistakes during your arrest that may help get your charges dropped, explore every avenue to get you into the DUII diversion program, and fight your case with tenacity.
Don’t accept defeat. We’re here to fight for your rights and help you get the best outcome possible in your specific case. Call us at (541) 325-4936 to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our skilled and experienced criminal defense attorneys in Pendleton, Oregon, or contact us online.
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