Is it a felony to get a DUI in Washington state as of 2012?
In Washington, a DUI offense is usually a misdemeanor crime. However, a Washington DUI charge becomes a felony if (1) you have four or more DUI related offenses in the past 10 years; or (2) you have a prior DUI related vehicular assault or vehicular homicide. Felony DUI offenses in Washington are quite serious and come with the possibility of prison time.
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About DUI
DUI stands for "Driving Under the Influence." It is important to note that "under the influence" can mean under the influence of any controlled substance, including drugs or alcohol.
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