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Oregon Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: What Happens After A Dui Arrest In Oregon?
  A: Motor Vehicle Hearing: To preserve your right to drive in Oregon, you must request a hearing within 10 days after your license has been taken from you by an officer … More
• Q: What Are My Rights?
  A: You have the right to enter a plea of not guilty and have a trial either to the court or to a jury of six. You have a right to be represented by your attorney … More
• Q: Will I Go To Jail?
  A: Oregon law says that Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants is a Class A misdemeanor. The maximum penalty is one year in county jail and a $5000 fine. DUII can be … More
• Q: Can I Plea Bargain My Way Out Of A Dui?
  A: In Oregon a DUII will never be plea­bargained to a non­alcohol/controlled substance offense. The legislature has passed a law that makes such plea agreements … More
• Q: If I Had A Prior Conviction For Dui Within 5 Years Of My Recent Dui Arrest, What Will Happen To My License If I Am Convicted?
  A: The court will suspend your license for a period of three years.
• Q: If I Had Three Serious Offenses Within 5 Years, What Will Become Of My License?
  A: You will be deemed by the DMV as a habitual offender. Your license will be revoked for 5 years.
• Q: For How Long Will I Have To Attend Alcohol Classes?
  A: The alcohol classes typically mandated by the courts last twelve weeks. The court staff will evaluate you. If you have a significant problem with alcohol or drugs, you … More
• Q: I Lost My Oregon License. May I Obtain A License In Another State.
  A: In most cases, no.
• Q: Am I A Bad Person, Because I Was Arrested For Dui?
  A: No. Driving after drinking responsibly is not a crime in Oregon. It is legal to drive after drinking alcohol. However, you are well advised to never, never smell like … More
• Q: What If I Burped Within Fifteen Minutes Of Blowing?
  A: The breath machine may have read alcohol from your stomach rather than your lungs. The result will be incorrect. A similar problem occurs with dentures and people who … More