Indiana OWI Costs (2026)
State-specific OWI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for Indiana.
Calculate your Indiana OWI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense OWI in Indiana costs about $13,404, the 42nd highest of the 50 states (median of our state estimates: $17,615). Use the calculators below for your own situation.
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How much does an OWI cost in Indiana?
Add up the fine ($0-$500), attorney fees (our estimate: $1,500-$5,000), insurance, ignition interlock, education, reinstatement and time off work, and our calculator puts a typical first-offense OWI in Indiana at about $13,404, within a range of $7,062 to $21,185, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal OWI term in Indiana?
Indiana uses the term "OWI" for impaired driving offenses. The legal BAC limit is 0.08% for adults, with enhanced penalties at 0.15% BAC.
How long is your license suspended for a first OWI in Indiana?
A first-offense OWI in Indiana carries a license suspension of 180 days, and a second offense carries a license suspension of 1 year (365 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in Indiana?
Our Indiana data shows no interlock requirement for a first-offense OWI. A second offense requires 12 months of IID.
Does Indiana require SR-22 insurance after an OWI?
Yes. Indiana requires SR-22 high-risk insurance filing for 3 years following an OWI conviction. We estimate the typical premium increase at 40-80%.
When does an OWI become a felony in Indiana?
In Indiana, an OWI becomes a felony on the second offense within 7 years. Other factors, such as an injury, can also change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in Indiana.
Can an OWI be expunged in Indiana?
Indiana allows OWI expungement under certain conditions, typically after a waiting period of 5 years following completion of your sentence. Our estimate of the cost to petition: $150-$500.
How long does Indiana have to charge you with an OWI?
In Indiana, the state generally must file OWI charges within 2 years of the alleged offense. This deadline reflects a first-offense misdemeanor OWI; felony cases can carry a different filing window. If you are charged, an attorney can confirm how the deadline applies to your case.
Can you get a hardship or restricted license after an OWI in Indiana?
Indiana generally offers a hardship or restricted license that can let you keep driving for work, school, or treatment during part of an OWI suspension. Eligibility and conditions depend on your offense level and the court, so confirm the current rules for your situation.
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