Penalties
| Increased Penalty for High BAC | Limited Driving Privileges During Suspension | Vehicle and License Plate Sanctions |
|---|---|---|
| .20 | Vehicle confiscation |
Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for all convictions
Other
| Open Container Laws | Repeat Offender Laws |
|---|---|
| No | No |
State
Louisiana
Issue
Alcohol Impaired Driving
Determinations
Increased penalty for high BAC
.20
Administrative license suspension on first offense
12 Months
Limited driving privileges during suspension
Yes (with the exception of a 2nd conviction having a .20 BAC, then eligible only after 45 days of suspension has expired.)
Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for all convictions
Open container laws
No
Repeat Offender Laws
No