Typical first DUI: about $17,615 (median of our 50 state estimates)

Facing a DUI? See What It Could Cost in Your State

State-specific DUI cost calculators that show what you could be facing - fines, attorney fees, insurance increases, ignition interlock, lost wages, and more. Get the full picture, by your state.

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$17,615
Typical first DUI total (median state)
$4,500
Typical attorney fee (median state)
90%
Typical insurance increase (median state)
50
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  • Attorney fees
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Choose your state and enter your case details - BAC level, offense number, and whether a CDL or accident is involved.

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Get Your Cost Breakdown

See an itemized estimate covering every cost category: fines, attorney fees, insurance, ignition interlock, and more.

STEP 03

Plan Your Next Steps

Use your state guide to understand each stage of the process, the deadlines that matter, and the questions to ask a DUI attorney.

12 DUI Cost Calculators

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DUI Total Cost Calculator
Calculate the full financial cost of a DUI charge in your state, including fines, attorney fees, insurance increases, and more.
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DUI vs. DWAI Cost Comparison
Compare the cost difference between a DUI and a DWAI charge in states that have both.
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DUI License Suspension Timeline
See the exact license suspension timeline for your state and offense level.
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SR-22 Insurance Cost Calculator
Calculate how much your auto insurance will increase with an SR-22 requirement after a DUI.
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Ignition Interlock Cost Calculator
Estimate the total cost of an ignition interlock device requirement for your state and offense level.
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DUI Attorney Cost Estimator
Estimate DUI defense attorney fees based on your state, offense level, and case complexity.
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DUI Auto Insurance Impact Calculator
See your estimated insurance premium increase over 3 years following a DUI conviction.
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CDL DUI Consequence Calculator
Calculate the career and financial consequences of a DUI for commercial driver license holders.
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Underage DUI Cost Calculator
Estimate the costs and consequences of an underage DUI charge for drivers under 21.
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DUI Expungement Cost Calculator
Calculate the cost and eligibility requirements for DUI record expungement in your state.
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Second DUI Cost Calculator
Calculate the elevated costs and penalties for a second DUI offense in your state.
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DUI Felony vs. Misdemeanor Calculator
Determine whether your DUI charge is likely a felony or misdemeanor based on your state and circumstances.
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What a DUI Really Costs

The fine is just the beginning. Here's what the full financial picture typically looks like.

$17,615
Typical first DUI total in the median state, on our estimates: fines, attorney, insurance, interlock and more
90%
Typical car insurance increase after a conviction in the median state (market estimate)
3 years
SR-22 filing period in 38 of the 45 states that use SR-22
6 - 84 mo.
Ignition interlock requirement after a second offense, shortest to longest state

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DUI Guides

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Essential Reading

Complete DUI Cost Guide by State

A full breakdown of DUI costs in every state, including fines, fees, insurance, and hidden costs most people miss.

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Repeat Offenses

First DUI vs. Second DUI: What Changes?

How penalties, fines, and long-term consequences escalate dramatically between a first and second offense.

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Insurance

SR-22 Insurance: Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about SR-22 requirements, costs, and how long you'll need to carry it.

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