What Is Dwi?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) means operating a motorized vehicle with a breath alcohol content of .10 or higher; or when your ability is impaired (regardless of your breath alcohol content) by alcohol, depressant, hallucinogenic, stimulant or narcotic drug.

Are There Any Unique Provisions In Alaska?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Alaska law requires a motor home or travel trailer/truck with more than 5 vehicles behind it to turn off the main roadway and let the traffic by.

Are There Surcharges On Traffic Tickets?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Alaska has a ticket surcharge over and above the fine schedule.

Can I Drive If My Parents Are In The Car With Me?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

No. If your license is revoked, you may not drive in Alaska under any circumstance, including using a driver's license from another jurisdiction, until you have com plied with all of Alaska's requirements and been issued a new license.

Do I Have To Be Driving?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

No. The "USE IT, LOSE IT" law addresses minors who use or carry drugs or alcohol under any circumstances.

How Are Speed Limits Enforced?

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Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes
Radar Yes
Vascar No
Photo Radar No
Aircraft Yes
Laser Yes

How Can Tickets Be Paid?

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Tickets can be paid by mail or in person.

If My License Is Seized, What Are The Consequences For A Third Offense?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Three year revocation; alcohol education or drug treatment; $250 reinstatement fee; and court fines and fees.

If My License Is Seized, What Are The Consequences For A First Offense?

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90 day revocation; alcohol education or drug treatment; $100 reinstatement fee; and court fines and fees.

If My License Is Seized, What Are The Consequences For A Second Offense?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

One year revocation; alcohol education or drug treatment; $250 reinstatement fee; and court fines and fees.

Is A Dwi Charge Ever Reduced To A Lesser Offense?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

A charge of driving under the influence could be reduced to reckless driving. It could be that the officer made the arrest with probable cause, but the Data Master was under .08. For a person to be convicted of driving under the influence in Alaska, the person's bloodalcohol level must be .08 or more. Other reasons for dismissing the charge may have to do with how the defendant performed on fieldsobriety tests, or it may be the arresting officer moved away or a witness moved out of state.

Is A Jury Trial Allowed ?

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 21:51:22 GMT

Speeding No
Parking No
Equipment No
DWI Yes

Is There Anything I Can Do To Reduce The Amount Of Time Of The Revocation?

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No.

Is Trial By Declaration Allowed?

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Must I Be Convicted In A Court Of Law For Minor Possession Or Consumption Of Drugs Or Alcohol For The Revocation To Occur?

Thu, 29 May 2008 19:54:07 GMT

No. This action is an administrative action and is automatic once a revocation notice is issued by an officer. It is in addition to any action taken by the court system.

Resident Insurance Requirements

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Compulsory insurance law. Financial responsibility law, securitytype and future prooftype. Minimum limits: $50,000/100,000/25,000 and $50,000 medical.

What Are Some Other Regulations?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Open intoxicants are prohibited in the vehicle.
Unloaded firearms are permitted in the vehicle but must be in plain view.
Studded tires are permitted from September 16 to April 28 north of the 60th parallel and from October 1 to April 15 south of the 60th parallel.
Tire chains are not required.
Alaska has a seat belt law with secondary enforcement for all passengers.
Alaska has a mandatory child restraint law for passengers under 16 years of age. Children under age 4 must use approved car safety seats.
Alaska has a mandatory motorcycle helmet law for all persons under 17 years of age and all drivers with instructional permits.
Registration must be carried in the vehicle. Insurance card is not required to be carried in the vehicle.

What Are The Penalties For A Second Offense?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

License suspension one year minimum
Fine between $500 and $5000
Imprisonment 20 days to one year.

What Are The Penalties For A First Offense?

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License suspension 90 days minimum
Fine between $250 and $5000
Imprisonment 72 hours to one year.

What Are The Penalties For A Third Offense?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

A Class C Felony if previously convicted of DWI two or more times within five years preceding the date of the present offense. Driver's license suspended
Fine not less than $5000
Imprisonment 120 to 360 days
Possible loss of motor vehicle.

What Are The Speed Limits In Alaska?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Unless Otherwise Posted
Absolute Interstate 65 mph
Ltd Access Rds 55 mph
Other Primary Rds 55 mph
Residential 25 mph

What If I Dont Pay My Fine?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

A driver's license can be suspended for failure to pay a traffic ticket.

What Is A Member Driver License Compact?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

If you receive a ticket, warning, etc. in another state and your state is a member, you state will be notified about the ticket.

What Is A Member Nonresident Compact?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

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 not a member, you may have to pay a cash bond before you can continue your trip.

What Is The "Use It, Lose It" Law?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Enacted by the 18th Alaska Legislature, the "USE IT, LOSE IT" law allows a peace officer to seize the driver's license of an underage person who is 14 years of age but not yet 21 years of age if probable cause exists that they possessed or used alcohol or a controlled substance.

What Is The Implied Consent Law?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

The Intoximeter tests an arrestee's breath for alcohol content. Refusal to take this test is an additional and separate criminal charge. By obtaining a license, you've already agreed to allow a chemical test of breath. This is called the "implied consent law".

When And Where Do I File Accident Reports?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Accidents involving death, personal injury, or property damage exceeding $2,000 must be reported immediately to the local authorities and (if the accident is not investigated by the authorities) within 10 days to the nearest police or Alaska State Troopers.

Will This Law Affect Me Even If I Do Not Have A Driver's License?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Yes. The revocation can be issued for any alcohol or drug violation by a minor and affects not only licensed drivers but permit drivers as well. Also, any person with a revocation issued against them has forfeited their privilege to obtain an instructional permit or driver's license until the revocation period has expired.