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Q: Is a dui a misdemeanor or felony

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Andrea Worden
Andrea Worden
Answered
  • DUI & DWI Lawyer
  • Norman, OK
  • Licensed in Oklahoma

A: A DUI can be filed as a misdemeanor or felony.

Charles Watts agrees with this answer

Brian Boeheim
Brian Boeheim
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  • DUI & DWI Lawyer
  • Tulsa, OK
  • Licensed in Oklahoma

A: 1st offense is a misdemeanor, subsequent offenses are felonies. It can also be filed as a felony if your blood alcohol was .15 or over. DUI's can have a very big negative impact and be very expensive if not handled correctly. Hire a good attorney to navigate the process.

Charles Watts agrees with this answer

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