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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.
Misdemeanor or Felony DUI Charge Can Depend on the State. Whether a DUI charge is a misdemeanor or a felony can depend on the DUI laws in the state where the case is taking place. In Massachusetts, for example, a first or second DUI in which nobody was hurt is a misdemeanor, whereas any more repeat offenses are felonies.