Oklahoma (OK) - State Requirements for Ignition Interlock Devices
The Oklahoma Ignition Interlock Program
The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit in Oklahoma is .08 percent. Offenders found to have a BAC at or above that limit risk these penalties, which include license revocation or suspension. Some offenders may be able to regain their driving privileges if they install an ignition interlock device (IID) from an approved provider.
Oklahoma now operates a compliance-based interlock program. This means that you may be required to keep your interlock installed for longer if you have violations including testing failures. If anyone required to have an interlock withdraws from the program, their driving privileges will be immediately revoked.
What Happens if I Get a DUI in Oklahoma?
The penalties increase depending on a variety of factors. There are harsher penalties for repeat offenders. If there are injuries or damages caused during the incident, the penalties may be increased further. Those convicted of DUI in Oklahoma risk the following penalties:
First DUI Offense
- 10 days to one year in jail
- Fines up to $1,000
- License revoked for 180 days
- Interlock device may be required
Second DUI Offense
- Potential fines of up to $2,500
- One to five years in jail
- License revoked for one year
- Interlock required to regain license
Third DUI Offense
- Potential fines up to $5,000
- One year minimum in jail, with maximum of 10 years
- License revoked for three years (may be longer depending on circumstances of event)
Ignition interlock required
What Happens if I Fail to Complete or Refuse to Submit to a DUI Test in Oklahoma?
Refusing a BAC test is not a means of avoiding consequences for an alcohol-involved driving incident. There are still penalties for refusing the test. They include license revocation for 180 days to three years.
How Do I Regain Driving Privileges in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma allows qualified offenders to regain driving privileges if they install an ignition interlock device from an approved provider. The other criteria they must meet include:
- Complete serving the mandatory suspension period
- Complete paying fines
- Serve the required amount of jail time or community service
- Pay the required license reinstatement fee of $50
- Show proof of installation of ignition interlock device