Alaska · DUI · Checked October 2026
Alaska DUI Penalties: First, Second and Third Offense
Alaska DUI Penalties: What Are the Rules?
Alaska sets DUI penalties by offense, and they rise with each conviction.
- First offense jail
- At least 72 consecutive hours, up to 1 year
- First offense fine
- At least $1,500, up to $25,000
- First offense license
- License revoked for at least 90 days
- Felony
- A DUI is a class C felony if you have two or more prior convictions since January 1, 1996 within the 10 years before the offense, or if felony DUI or felony refusal punishment was imposed within the last 10 years
- Lookback period
- 15 years
Alaska DUI Penalties by Offense
| Penalty | First offense | Second offense | Third offense |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charge | Class A misdemeanor | Class A misdemeanor | Class C felony if two or more prior convictions are within the 10 years before the offense; otherwise class A misdemeanor |
| Jail | at least 72 consecutive hours, up to 1 year | at least 20 days, up to 1 year | felony DUI (two priors within 10 years): at least 120 days. If the priors are within 15 years but not both within 10: at least 60 days, up to 1 year |
| Fine | at least $1,500, up to $25,000 | at least $3,000, up to $25,000 | felony DUI: at least $10,000, up to $50,000. Misdemeanor third: at least $4,000 |
| License suspension | license revoked for at least 90 days | license revoked for at least 1 year | felony DUI: permanent revocation, which DMV may restore after at least 10 years (or sooner after a limited license and treatment). Misdemeanor third: at least 3 years |
| Ignition interlock | at least 6 months after you regain the privilege to drive | at least 12 months after you regain the privilege to drive | felony DUI: at least 60 months. Misdemeanor third: at least 18 months |
Other First Offense Penalties in Alaska
- Alcohol Safety Action Program screening, evaluation and treatment requirements
- You pay the cost of imprisonment, up to $2,000
- The 72 hours are served at a community residential center or by electronic monitoring
- The vehicle may be forfeited
Other Second Offense Penalties in Alaska
- At least 160 hours of community service
- Alcohol Safety Action Program requirements
- The vehicle may be forfeited
Other Third Offense Penalties in Alaska
- Felony DUI: vehicle forfeiture is mandatory and vehicle registrations are revoked
- Evaluation before sentencing
When Penalties Are Higher in Alaska
- The DUI contributed to a motor vehicle accident: The court orders you to pay the reasonable cost of the emergency services that responded
- Fourth or later conviction (three or more priors within 15 years), misdemeanor level: At least 120 days and $5,000 (three priors), 240 days and $6,000 (four priors), 360 days and $7,000 (more than four); interlock 24 to 36 months; license revoked at least 5 years
When a DUI Is a Felony in Alaska
A DUI is a class C felony if you have two or more prior convictions since January 1, 1996 within the 10 years before the offense, or if felony DUI or felony refusal punishment was imposed within the last 10 yearsAS 28.35.030(n)
How Far Back Prior Offenses Count in Alaska
15 years. Prior DUI, refusal or commercial DUI convictions within 15 years raise the minimum sentence; felony DUI looks back 10 yearsAS 28.35.030(n), (w)(4)
More on DUI Law in Alaska
See the full overview of DUI laws in Alaska and read about first-offense DUI penalties across the states.
This page summarizes Alaska law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Alaska can advise on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Penalty for a First DUI in Alaska?
Jail: at least 72 consecutive hours, up to 1 year. Fine: at least $1,500, up to $25,000. License suspension: license revoked for at least 90 days.
What Is the Penalty for a Second DUI in Alaska?
Jail: at least 20 days, up to 1 year. Fine: at least $3,000, up to $25,000. License suspension: license revoked for at least 1 year.
When Is a DUI a Felony in Alaska?
A DUI is a class C felony if you have two or more prior convictions since January 1, 1996 within the 10 years before the offense, or if felony DUI or felony refusal punishment was imposed within the last 10 years