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Underage OUI

Underage DUI Attorney in Worcester
Serving Worcester, Middlesex and Hampden Counties

Massachusetts has a zero tolerance law for underage drunk driving. If you’re under 21 and caught driving with any measurable alcohol in your system, you face severe legal and administrative penalties, even at a BAC far below the adult limit. An underage DUI attorney at Rudolf, Griffis, Ruggieri & Murray can provide knowledgeable, aggressive representation to protect your future.

Legal Consequences For Underage OUI

Massachusetts sets the legal BAC limit at .08% for adult drivers, but for anyone under 21, that threshold drops to just .02%, low enough that a single drink can trigger an arrest. A breath test reading of just .02% for a driver under 21 results in an automatic 180 day license loss.

Additional consequences of an underage OUI conviction may include:

  • License suspension: Suspension for 12 months if you’re under 18, or 6 months if you’re 18 to 20.
  • Fines and fees: Court costs, DMV administrative fees, and fines that can add up to $5,000.
  • 24D program eligibility: Possible for a first time offense with no injuries involved.

Frequently Asked Questions

Just .02%, far below the .08% limit that applies to adult drivers. This zero tolerance approach means even one drink can be enough to trigger an underage OUI charge and an automatic license suspension.

Yes, jail time is possible even for a first offense, though eligibility for the 24D first offense program can sometimes avoid it if no one was injured. An underage DUI attorney can help determine whether that option applies to your situation.

It can. An OUI conviction becomes part of your permanent record in Massachusetts and may appear in background checks. Fighting the charge or seeking a favorable resolution early can matter for opportunities well beyond the immediate penalties.

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