Oklahoma DUI with Great Bodily Injury
Not all DUIs are created equal. While many DUIs come after routine traffic stops, some arrests are made after an accident has occurred. When a person has been injured during the course of a DUI, the charges change. A DUI causing Great Bodily Injury is a felony charge in Oklahoma. The penalty for DUI with Great Bodily Injury is not less than four years and not more than twenty years in the state penitentiary and a fine up to $5000.
Great Bodily Injury Defined
The line between an injury and a great bodily injury is subjective, but the legal definition adds some clarity. Great bodily injury is any injury that:
- Creates a substantial risk of death.
- Cause a serious and permanent disfigurement.
- Causes lost or long term impairment of a bodily member or organ.
While subjective, the general idea is that great bodily injury is an injury that has significant and long-term impact on a person’s health and quality of life. Also, injuries to yourself do not count. Must be injuries to another person.
Proving Great Bodily Injury
It can be difficult to prove that great bodily injury has occurred. While the law tries to be clear, there is a lot of room for interpretation when determining what constitutes great bodily injury. Medical experts can be vital in proving that great bodily injury has or has not occurred.
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DUI With Personal Injury
If the level of the injury doesn’t rise to the level of great bodily injury, you can still be charged with DUI With Personal Injury. A first offense is a misdemeanor and carries ninety days to one year in county jail and a fine of up to $2500.
A second offense is a felony and carries not less than one year and not more than five years in the state penitentiary and a fine up to $5000. The statute does not provide a look back time and the prior offense only has to be a DUI or APC. In other words, the prior doesn’t have to have an accident or injury involved.
Telling Your Side of the Story
With so much on the line with DUI cases, it is essential to find a legal team that can tell your side of the story. A compelling and convincing narrative can be the difference between a straightforward DUI charge and having to deal with additional Great Bodily Injury charges. At the Hunsucker Legal Group, we are determined to help our clients tell their stories in court. An unprepared or untrained attorney is a disservice to both the client they represent and the court system as a whole, so we are always prepared to face the challenges of any case.
Call the Hunsucker Legal Group at (405) 544-2992 today to schedule a free, no-obligation case consultation.
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INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED AS A LEADER IN THE FIELD OF DUI DEFENSE John Hunsucker, The Only Board Certified DUI Defense Attorney in Oklahoma City By The National College Of DUI DefenseAs a leading authority in Oklahoma DUI defense, John and the Hunsucker Legal Group have argued successfully to the Oklahoma Appellate Courts several issues relating to drivers license issues that resulted in thousands of clients having their license returned without any license revocation.
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FIGHT FOR YOUR LICENSE Brian Morton, Former Assistant General Counsel for the Oklahoma Department of Public SafetyFocused solely on Driver’s License Defense, he fights tirelessly for the rights of our clients, using his unique perspective and expertise to secure the best possible outcomes. His in-depth knowledge of DUI law, including implied consent and prosecutorial tactics, makes him an invaluable asset to your case.
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