A night out to dinner and only having 2 drinks puts you at risk for a DUI. According to the Erie County Stop-DWI Program, below are the costs of a DWI:
Attorney FeesAttorney Fees to contest a typical DWI with no crash: $ 2500.00*Triple that for a charge in which someone is injured or killed
Insurance Pool SurchargeThree Year minimum: $4500.00*This is added to your current insurance cost.
Also, low cost insurers will not write insurance for DWI offenders so you’ll have to use an insurance company that charges higher rates.Additional Insurance Cost: $1500.00
FinesDWI Fines Range from $300 - $5000.Average: $500.00
Alcohol Evaluation / Treatment$500.00
Minimum Cost = $9,500
Using a Designated Driver such as a friend or family member that has not been drinking or a service such as Desigated Drivers of Buffalo will guarantee you will not get a DWI.
