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To get an idea of how much a first offense DUI will cost you, see our article on the cost of a DUI. First offense DUI in Illinois is Class A misdemeanor offense with potential of not more than one (1) year of incarceration, but in practice, offenders will face no minimum jail time. Fines can be assessed up to $2,500 usually with a minimum payment requirement of $500.
While the answer to whether or not your DUI is a misdemeanor or a felony will depend on many factors, including your state's specific laws, there are certain aspects about a case that might suggest the driver will face a felony DUI charge such as:elony DUI charges and penalties can be extreme and can result in jail time. Some states institute a felony classification for multiple DUI offenses. In the state of New York, for example, a second DUI conviction within 10 years is classified as a Class E felony.