Oklahoma · DUI · Checked October 2026
Oklahoma DUI Penalties: First, Second and Third Offense
Oklahoma DUI Penalties: What Are the Rules?
Oklahoma sets DUI penalties by offense, and they rise with each conviction.
- First offense jail
- 10 days to 1 year
- First offense fine
- Up to $1,000
- First offense license
- Revocation of at least 180 days and until you complete the Impaired Driver Accountability Program (IDAP)
- Felony
- A second DUI within ten years of completing the sentence or deferred judgment for a prior DUI is a Class C2 felony
- Lookback period
- 10 years
Oklahoma DUI Penalties by Offense
| Penalty | First offense | Second offense | Third offense |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charge | misdemeanor | Class C2 felony | Class B4 felony |
| Jail | 10 days to 1 year | prison up to 7 years (Class C2 felony); at least 5 days in jail unless treatment includes at least 5 days of residential or inpatient care | 1 to 10 years in the Department of Corrections (Class B4 felony) when you have a prior felony DUI conviction; at least 10 days in jail unless treatment includes at least 10 days of residential or inpatient care |
| Fine | up to $1,000 | up to $2,500 | up to $5,000 |
| License suspension | revocation of at least 180 days and until you complete the Impaired Driver Accountability Program (IDAP) | revocation of at least 1 year and until you complete IDAP | revocation of at least 2 years and until you complete IDAP (two or more prior revocations within ten years) |
| Ignition interlock | required through IDAP for the revocation period | ignition interlock device required | ignition interlock device required |
Other First Offense Penalties in Oklahoma
- Alcohol and drug assessment and evaluation, and you must follow its recommendations
- Victims impact panel if offered in the county ($75 fee)
Other Second Offense Penalties in Oklahoma
- Applies when the new DUI is within ten years of completing the sentence or deferred judgment for a prior
- Electronic monitoring for any felony DUI conviction
Other Third Offense Penalties in Oklahoma
- 240 hours of community service
- A DUI after two prior felony DUI convictions is a Class B3 felony: 1 to 20 years, fine up to $5,000, 480 hours of community service, interlock at least 90 days
When Penalties Are Higher in Oklahoma
- BAC 0.15 or more, a reportable crash, eluding police, speeding 20+ mph over (10+ in an active school zone), reckless driving, certain lane or right-of-way violations, or a passenger under 18: Aggravated DUI, a Class B3 felony: the first 10 days of a first-offense sentence (30 days for a second) cannot be probated, suspended or deferred; at least 180 days of ignition interlock
- Driver 18 or older with a child under 18 in the vehicle: The fine is doubled, in addition to other penalties
When a DUI Is a Felony in Oklahoma
A second DUI within ten years of completing the sentence or deferred judgment for a prior DUI is a Class C2 felony47 O.S. § 11-902(C)(2)
How Far Back Prior Offenses Count in Oklahoma
10 years. A new DUI within ten years of the date following completion of the prior sentence or deferred judgment is a felony; a deferred judgment counts as a conviction for ten years after probation ends. License revocation periods look back ten years from the arrest date.47 O.S. § 11-902(C)(2), (M); 47 O.S. § 6-205.1(A)
Official source: how far back prior offenses count (Oklahoma)
More on DUI Law in Oklahoma
See the full overview of DUI laws in Oklahoma and read about first-offense DUI penalties across the states.
This page summarizes Oklahoma law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Oklahoma can advise on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Penalty for a First DUI in Oklahoma?
Jail: 10 days to 1 year. Fine: up to $1,000. License suspension: revocation of at least 180 days and until you complete the Impaired Driver Accountability Program (IDAP).
What Is the Penalty for a Second DUI in Oklahoma?
Jail: prison up to 7 years (Class C2 felony); at least 5 days in jail unless treatment includes at least 5 days of residential or inpatient care. Fine: up to $2,500. License suspension: revocation of at least 1 year and until you complete IDAP.
When Is a DUI a Felony in Oklahoma?
A second DUI within ten years of completing the sentence or deferred judgment for a prior DUI is a Class C2 felony