It depends on the specific laws of the state you live in. All basic, first offense DUIs are misdemeanors. But most states have laws that turn the charge into a felony upon a certain number of offenses. Other factors such as child endangerment or death can also make DUIs felonies.
In many states a DUI is a misdemeanor until the third offense at which time it become a "felony DUI." There are other factors that can make a DUI a felony as well such as if a death occurred in conjunction with the DUI. The article below talks about the specifics of the law.
No. A straight DUI is a misdemeanor. When someone is injured or killed in a DUI related accident, then it becomes a felony.
if it's your third dui then it's considered a felony
In Georgia, a DUI will become a felony upon the fourth offense committed within ten years. Prior to that, they will be misdemeanors.
Is DUI a felony in the state of New Mexico
DUI is not a felony in New Hampshire. Stupid, but not a felony.
The 3rd time your caught driving under the influence in Minnesota it's considered a felony.
A DUI in Pennsylvania is typically considered a misdemeanor offense, unless aggravating factors are present such as multiple prior DUI convictions or the involvement of serious bodily injury or death.
Felony DUI in Ohio is after the 4th offense.
In Illinois, a DUI becomes a felony upon the third offense.
In Illinois, a DUI will become a felony upon the third offense. It can also be a felony if there were other factors-such as if a child was in the car at the time of the DUI.
In most states, a standard DUI is a misdemeanor offense up until a certain number of repeat offenses.
In Florida, a standard DUI remains a misdemeanor until the third offense within ten years.