DUI Laws In Kentucky
Reader’s Question:
I just moved here in Frankfort, Kentucky. There are so many things I don’t know about laws here like DUI laws for one. Can you tell me something about this? It’s not that I’m planning to get drunk and drive. I just wanna help my friend who’s facing that DUI offense right now. Also, how can this affect his auto insurance rates? Thanks!
Robert
Frankfort, KY
I’m sorry to hear that Robert. I hope your friend’s gonna be ok soon.
Going back to your question, DUI laws here in Kentucky are serious. For first time DUI conviction, the fine ranges from $200-$500 plus a minimum jail time of two days which could go up to 30 days. Of course, your license will be suspended from 1 month to 4 months.
Meanwhile, an aggravated DUI will result to a jail time of four days. So what does an aggravated DUI mean? It’s a drunk driving violation that you’ve committed while: over speeding beyond 30 MPH , operating your vehicle in the wrong direction, getting in an accident, driving with a child who is below 12 years of age, refusing to get chemical test, and driving with Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .18 or above.
Now, a DUI conviction would severely hurt your friend’s auto insurance premiums – it would surely go up. So to help your friend find affordable DUI insurance here are some things I can share:
- Drive less so he can decrease his driving miles and get a discount for that
- Get safety devices for his car.
- Be a member of organizations.
- If he’s driving an expensive vehicle, then it’s time to switch to low risk vehicle.
- Buying another insurance product, (aside from auto) like health insurance from one insurance company
That’s all I can share about DUI laws in Kentucky. I hope you wouldn’t do the same mistake your friend did. Never drink and drive.