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"Mandatory Jail Time"

By Buddy T, About.com

Updated: April 2, 2007

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Definition: As part of the penalty for repeat drunk driving offenders, most state sentences must include some jail time. Some states have mandatory jail time for the first DUI offense.

Also Known As: Mandatory Sentencing

Examples: Because it was his third conviction, his sentence included 30 days mandatory jail time.

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