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Is a DUI a moving violation?
My best friend was pulled over and received a DUI, and he’s worried that it’s going to make insurance unaffordable. Is a DUI a moving violation, and will it affect his insurance rates?
Andrea Barrett · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Drinking and driving is never a good idea—the safest way to get home is to call a ride. Yes, a DUI is a moving violation that can result in demerit points, a fine, and potential jail time.
A DUI conviction is considered either a misdemeanor or felony depending on the specific laws in your jurisdiction. Felonies may result in jail time over one year and a fine of over $1,000, while misdemeanors are more minor crimes with a maximum jail sentence of one year and a maximum fine under $1,000. Felonies and misdemeanors will appear on a person’s criminal record.
Due to the nature of a DUI, it will negatively impact a driver’s
car insurance
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