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Mississippi DUI Laws<\/h1>\n
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Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI) is dangerous. As a result, a DUI conviction carries a long-lasting impact. In Mississippi, you will lose your driver’s license, pay thousands in fines and fees, and may even spend time in jail. Years later, a DUI conviction on your record can prevent you from getting certain jobs or attending college and may exclude you from housing.<\/p>\r\n

The following is an overview of the basics of Mississippi DUI laws:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits and Implied Consent<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>
"Per Se" BAC Limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.08%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Zero Tolerance (Underage) BAC Limit<\/a><\/td>\r\n0.02%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Enhanced Penalty (Aggravated) BAC Limit<\/a><\/td>\r\nNone<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Implied Consent<\/a> to Submit to BAC Test?<\/td>\r\nYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
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Select Penalties<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>
Minimum License Suspension or Revocation<\/a> (1st, 2nd, 3rd conviction)<\/td>\r\n120 days \/ 1 year \/ 3 years<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Mandatory Alcohol Education, or Assessment and Treatment<\/a><\/td>\r\nYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Vehicle Confiscation<\/a> Possible?<\/td>\r\nYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Ignition Interlock Device<\/a> Possible?<\/td>\r\nYes (discretionary for first offense; mandatory for repeat offenders)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

Disclaimer: <\/b>State laws are always subject to change through the passage of new legislation, ballot initiatives, rulings in the higher courts, including federal decisions, and by other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state laws you are researching.<\/i>
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Mississippi Driving Under the Influence Law<\/h2>\r\n

The state of Mississippi prohibits anyone from operating or driving a vehicle while under the influence of:<\/p>\r\n