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Criminal Defense: DUII & Diversion

In the State of Oregon, Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) is a Class A misdemeanor or a Class C felony. Misdemeanor DUII is punishable by a maximum sentence of one (1) year in jail and a fine up to $6,250. If a minor is in the vehicle, the fine may increase to $10,000. Felony DUII is punishable by a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a fine of $125,000. Upon conviction of misdemeanor DUII, the offender's Oregon driving privileges are suspended for one or three years or revoked for the offender's lifetime, depending on the driving record. Upon conviction of felony DUII, the offender's driving privileges are revoked for the offender's lifetime.

Oregon Law provides for a diversion program for individuals who have not been convicted of DUII or who have not participated in a DUII Diversion Program in the 10 years prior to the current DUII arrest or in a similar alcohol/drug rehabilitation program. In addition, to qualify for the DUII Diversion Program, this arrest could not have involved an accident in which another person was injured.

At Case & Dusterhoff, LLP, these types of cases are handled by Benjamin O. Falk.