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Vermont DUI Laws<\/h1>\n
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Vermont has strict laws against driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI). A DUI is a serious charge. Drugged and drunk driving causes thousands of traffic fatalities each year. Each death is preventable. Vermont’s impaired driving laws aim at protecting you and those around you.<\/p>\r\n

Mistakes happen. Maybe you don’t feel intoxicated. Vermont’s State Highway Office estimates a DUI charge can cost you over $10,000<\/a> in fines, fees, lost wages, and other costs. If you face a DUI charge, you will have many questions. Below, FindLaw explains the law and possible penalties.<\/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\n0.16%<\/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 offense)<\/td>\r\n90 days \/ 18 months\/ permanent<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Mandatory Alcohol Education, Assessment and Treatment<\/a><\/td>\r\nBoth<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Vehicle Confiscation<\/a> Possible?<\/td>\r\nYes, 3rd offense<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Ignition Interlock Device<\/a> Possible?<\/td>\r\nYes<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

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Vermont DUI Law<\/h2>\r\n

Vermont’s DUI law covers a wide range of dangerous, intoxicated driving situations. In Vermont, it is illegal to drive, attempt to operate, or be in actual physical control of a vehicle if:<\/p>\r\n