Talk to a South Dakota DUI lawyer before you go to court
Before going to court for drunk driving charges, you should know that you have options. Instead of waiting to see what is decided about your case, decide to act for your own case. By discussing your DUI charges with a South Dakota DUI lawyer, you may find yourself more informed, prepared, and solid to go into court.
You have the tools and resources you need at your fingertips. Just look at the Total DUI website—you'll get lots of information about the DUI process. You can learn more about what to expect before you go to court, during court, and after. This information can help you to build your defense. One of the most valuable things Total DUI can do for you is to set you up with a South Dakota DUI lawyer to examine your case. Once you have a South Dakota DUI lawyer working for you, you'll know you're not alone in the process, and that can be a very empowering thing.
South Dakota DUI Penalties
South Dakota enforces some tough penalties for DUI that include:
First DUI conviction =
- Class 1 misdemeanor on record;
- up to 1 year in jail;
- fine of up to $2000; and
- driver's license suspension of 30 days up to 1 year.
Second DUI conviction (within 10 years) =
- Class 1 misdemeanor on record;
- up to 1 year in jail;
- fine of up to $2000; and
- driver's license suspension for 1 year.
Can You Refuse a Breath Test?
- NO
Breath Test Refusal Penalties
South Dakota DUI/DUI Resources
- DUI = Operating Under the Influence; this term is interchangeable with "DUI"
- Access the complete South Dakota legal code on DUI at our South Dakota DUI laws page.
- Updates to South Dakota DUI law can be found in our DUI legislation news and articles section.
- Definitions of common DUI terms are available in our DUI legal glossary.
Want to get help today? Call Total DUI
If you'd like to get in touch with a South Dakota lawyer quickly and easily, call us today, toll-free, at 1 (877) 349-1311 or use our website's free case evaluation form. We'll contact a South Dakota DUI lawyer who will get in touch with you to discuss your DUI case. You'll get case analysis and a keen legal eye, and it's all at no cost to you for the consultation. Getting help from a South Dakota DUI lawyer can be an easy, reliable way to start building your defense.
Exercise your rights today
A South Dakota DUI lawyer can tell you more about it, but Total DUI wants you to know right now that there are many ways a DUI case can go—it all depends on the unique situation of the case. The South Dakota DUI lawyer who helps you will be able to examine issues like: why was your vehicle stopped? Did the officer have probable cause to stop you? Which blood alcohol test were you given, and were the results fair and accurate? Did all of the other paperwork and procedures that follow an arrest go correctly? These are legal issues that are difficult for people inexperienced with DUI law to see, which is why it can be so beneficial to have a professional look into your case. Don't let the court do all the work for you—get to work today, and exercise your rights. Present your case to a South Dakota DUI lawyer before you take it to court.
Note: DUI laws may have changed since our last update. For the latest information on these DUI laws, speak to a DUI lawyer in the state.