Washington State Department of Licensing,a DUI offense is defined as follows:

“Driving under the influence (DUI) refers to operating a vehicle while affected by alcohol, drugs, or both. This applies to both legal and illegal drugs, including prescription medication and over-the-counter drugs.”

If you are arrested for a DUI in the state of Washington, you license is suspended unless you request a hearing to contest the suspension within 20 days of the arrest. You then go to hearing examiner to decide in your favor, which still results in a suspended license. From that point, you have the option of getting an interlock device drivers license, which allows you to drive while your license is suspended.

A marijuana DUI conviction can have serious legal and financial impact. Once you are arrested for or convicted of a DUI, your license is suspended anywhere from 90 days to years. To get back on track with your insurance, you must file an SR-22 certificate of insurance.  This covers liability and any damage you may cause while driving.