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What Is The Penalty For Driving Under The Influence As A First Offense?

A first offense is a Class 1 misdemeanor, and the defendant's driving privileges shall be revoked for not less than thirty days. However, the court may issue an order permitting the person to drive for purposes relating to the person's job or to attend a courtordered counseling program. The court may revoke the defendant's driving privilege for a longer period not to exceed one year or restrict the privilege in such manner as it sees fit for a period not to exceed one year.

Other South Dakota Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

Q: What Is The Legal Blood Alcohol Concentration Level In South Dakota For Determining If A Person Is Driving While Under The Influence Of Alcohol?
A: If an individual has 0.10 percent or more by weight of alcohol in their blood, as shown by chemical analysis of their breath, blood, or other bodily substance, they … More
Q: Do I Have To Be Driving My Vehicle To Be Charged With Driving Under The Influence?
A: No. An individual who is in actual physical control of a motor vehicle can be charged with DUI, even if they are not actually driving the vehicle. For example, an … More
Q: Do I Have To Have A Bac Level Of .10 To Be Charged With Driving Under The Influence?
A: No. If it is evident that alcohol consumption rendered a driver incapable of driving safely, the driver can be charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. … More
Q: If I Am Stopped For Driving Under The Influence, Am I Required To Submit To A Chemical Analysis Of My Breath Or Blood?
A: Any person who operates any vehicle in South Dakota is considered to have given their consent to the withdrawal of blood or other bodily substance and chemical … More
Q: What Are The Speed Limits In South Dakota?
A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 75 mph Ltd Access Rds 65 mph Other Primary Rds 65 mph Residential 25 mph More
Q: How Are Speed Limits Enforced?
A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar No Photo Radar No Aircraft Yes Laser Yes More
Q: How Can Tickets Be Paid?
A: Tickets can be paid by mail or in person.
Q: Is Trial By Declaration Allowed?
A: Yes
Q: When Is A Jury Trial Allowed?
A: Speeding No Parking No Equipment No DWI Yes More
Q: What Is A Member Nonresident Compact?
A: Nonresident motorist receiving a ticket in a member state will receive the same treatment as resident motorists. If your state or the state you receive a ticket in is … More