DUI Causing Injury

Driving drunk or high and hurting someone because you broke a traffic law.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You drove while under the influence.
2. 2You also broke a traffic law or were careless.
3. 3That caused someone else to get hurt.

Possible punishment

Misdemeanor: 5 days to 1 year jail. Felony: 16 months, 2, or 3 years (plus more for big injuries).