What to Expect After a First DUII in Oregon

Are you feeling a little overwhelmed after your first DUII, or Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants, charge in Oregon? Getting a DUII may not be the best situation, but don’t fret. If you comply with your requirements, this will all be behind you and you’ll reinstate your driving privileges in no time.

So, what can you expect after a first DUII in Oregon? Let’s go over the different circumstances that can occur.

First DUII in Oregon Law

First, you should know that your court appearance due to your DUII can vary by county. If you hire an attorney, they can help you with next steps, or your court contact.

Next Steps: Installing an Ignition Interlock, Filing for SR-22 and Applying for a Hardship License

If you do have an attorney, they may advise you to install an Ignition Interlock before your hearing. In addition, they can tell you to file for an SR-22 and immediately apply for a hardship driver’s license. Did you refuse your breath test? This means you must wait 90 days before applying for the hardship license.

A hardship driver’s license means limited driving privileges, and can be provided to you when your normal driver’s license has been revoked or suspended. You can visit the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles, or DMV, website for a hardship license request form.

Mail your request form once it is filled out to this address:

DMV
1905 Lana Avenue NE
Salem, OR 97314

DUII Evaluation and Treatment Course

Then, your attorney or court may ask you to go receive a DUII evaluation from an Alcohol and Other Drug Screening specialist, or ADES, in your county of arrest. You can also check with your ADES agent if you need to sign up for a treatment course. In most cases, your agent will let you know, but these courses are typically for individuals in the diversion program. This decision is ultimately with your court, however.

Court Hearing and Conviction

Now your court hearing date is coming up. This date typically is within 90 days from your arrest, but can average between 30 to 120 days. Below is what can happen as a result of your court hearing, whether you’re in the diversion program or convicted of a first DUII.

Ignition Interlock Installation and Length of Time

If you are in the diversion program, your license suspension period and time with your Ignition Interlock will be one year. You may become eligible for six months with an Ignition Interlock with a clear report. Make sure to ask your Ignition Interlock vendor about this report, and what they can do to assist you. Providers such as Smart Start will send this report for you to your treatment center and your attorney if requested. From there, your attorney will take the report to your court and petition to have the Ignition Interlock removed early.

A first DUII conviction will mean a 30-day license suspension, then a year with the Ignition Interlock. (Remember that you can immediately apply for your hardship license with the Oregon DMV!)

If you refused your breath test, this will mean a one-year license suspension, but after 90 days, you can apply for the hardship license after installing an Ignition Interlock and filing for an SR-22.

Your Ignition Interlock Provider in Oregon

Who you choose as your Ignition Interlock provider can make a world of difference. After all, depending on your requirements, you will need to see them and speak with them on a regular basis until your Ignition Interlock is removed.

Smart Start knows what to do to get you back on the road so we can help you along the way, from your device installation to its removal.

Have any questions? Feel free to call our 24/7/365 Customer Care Center at (800) 831-3299. Our friendly team is available to walk you through what you need to do to reinstate your driving privileges. If you’re ready to install an Ignition Interlock, you can reach out to us, or fill out our online form.

Need to Install an Ignition Interlock in Oregon?

Let Smart Start help you get back on the road with an affordable program, a reliable device and helpful customer service! Over a million drivers since 1992 have gotten back on the road because of a Smart Start Ignition Interlock, and we can help you, too. Schedule your installation appointment today by calling (800) 831-3299 or by filling out our online form.