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    What Are the Penalties for a DUI in Florida?

    First offense, enhanced BAC penalties, felony DUI, and DUI manslaughter — all penalties explained.

    Last updated: March 3, 2026

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    A first-offense DUI in Florida carries $500-$1,000 in fines, up to 6 months in jail, and a 180-day to 1-year license suspension. If your BAC was 0.15% or higher, fines double and jail time increases. Second offense within 5 years means mandatory 10 days jail. A third DUI within 10 years is a felony with up to 5 years in prison. DUI manslaughter carries up to 15 years — or 30 years if you left the scene.

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    Legal BAC Limit0.08%
    Enhanced Penalty0.15%+ BAC
    Under 21 BAC0.02%
    Hardship LicenseWithin 10 days
    Florida's "10-day rule":

    You have 10 days after a DUI arrest to request a formal review hearing with DHSMV or enroll in DUI school to obtain a hardship license. Missing this deadline means automatic suspension.

    Have questions about your specific Florida DUI situation? Get answers →

    Penalties by Offense

    First Offense DUIMisdemeanor
    Fine$500 to $1,000 ($1,000-$2,000 if BAC 0.15%+)
    JailUp to 6 months (up to 9 months if BAC 0.15%+)
    License180 days to 1 year

    Mandatory 50 hours community service. DUI school (Level I). Vehicle impoundment for 10 days. Possible IID for 6 months.

    Second Offense DUIMisdemeanor
    Fine$1,000 to $2,000 ($2,000-$4,000 if BAC 0.15%+)
    JailUp to 9 months (12 months if BAC 0.15%+)
    License180 days to 1 year (5 years if within 5 years of prior)

    Mandatory 10 days jail if within 5 years of first offense. IID required for at least 1 year. Vehicle impoundment 30 days.

    Third Offense DUIThird Degree Felony (if within 10 years)
    Fine$2,000 to $5,000
    JailUp to 5 years (prison)
    License10 years revocation (minimum)

    Third DUI within 10 years is a felony. Mandatory 30 days jail. IID for at least 2 years. Habitual offender designation.

    DUI ManslaughterSecond Degree Felony
    FineUp to $10,000
    JailUp to 15 years (prison)
    LicensePermanent revocation

    DUI causing death. Mandatory minimum 4 years prison. Leaving the scene: mandatory minimum 4 years, up to 30 years.

    Florida uses separate lookback periods: 5 years for second-offense enhancement and 10 years for felony third-offense enhancement.

    Florida requires FR-44 insurance (higher limits than standard SR-22) for 3 years after a DUI conviction.

    You'll also need to complete Florida DUI school requirements as part of your case. Have questions about your Florida DUI arrest? Get state-specific answers on our DUI Q&A page.

    Related Resources

    Florida DUI FAQCommon questions answered
    License Suspension & Hardship License10-day hardship deadline
    Florida Court ProcessWhat to expect
    Florida DUI SchoolLevel I & Level II programs
    Ignition Interlock GuideDHSMV IID requirements