Kentucky DUI Costs (2026)
State-specific DUI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for Kentucky.
Calculate your Kentucky DUI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense DUI in Kentucky costs about $11,846, the 46th 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 a DUI cost in Kentucky?
Add up the fine ($200-$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 DUI in Kentucky at about $11,846, within a range of $6,338 to $18,063, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal DUI term in Kentucky?
Kentucky uses the term "DUI" 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 DUI in Kentucky?
A first-offense DUI in Kentucky carries a license suspension of 120 days, and a second offense carries a license suspension of 1 year (540 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in Kentucky?
Not for a first offense. In Kentucky a first-offense interlock is optional: an interlock license can shorten the suspension. We estimate the monthly cost at about $90.
Does Kentucky require SR-22 insurance after a DUI?
Yes. Kentucky requires SR-22 high-risk insurance filing for 3 years following a DUI conviction. We estimate the typical premium increase at 40-90%.
When does a DUI become a felony in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, a DUI becomes a felony on the fourth offense within 10 years. Other factors, such as an injury, can also change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in Kentucky.
Can a DUI be expunged in Kentucky?
Kentucky allows DUI expungement under certain conditions, typically after a waiting period of 10 years following completion of your sentence. Our estimate of the cost to petition: $100-$140.
How long does Kentucky have to charge you with a DUI?
In Kentucky, the state generally must file DUI charges within 1 year of the alleged offense. This deadline reflects a first-offense misdemeanor DUI; 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 a DUI in Kentucky?
Kentucky generally offers a hardship or restricted license that can let you keep driving for work, school, or treatment during part of a DUI suspension. Eligibility and conditions depend on your offense level and the court, so confirm the current rules for your situation.
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