Felony DUI Attorneys in Mukilteo

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A felony DUI charge is one of the more serious criminal allegations a driver can face in Washington. While a misdemeanor DUI carries a maximum of 364 days in jail, a felony DUI is a Class B felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, fines of up to $20,000, and a long-term loss of your driving privileges. The consequences affect your freedom, your finances, your job, and your future—and, in general, Washington law does not allow felony DUI convictions to be vacated.

If you were arrested for felony DUI in Mukilteo or the surrounding areas, you need a defense team with deep experience in Washington DUI law and the skill to challenge every part of the state’s case. At DUIHeroes, defending DUI and DUI-related charges is all we do. Our attorneys bring over 50 years of combined experience, advanced training, and the insight of two former prosecutors who know how felony DUI cases are built and prosecuted. We understand what’s at stake, and our felony DUI lawyers in Mukilteo are ready to act quickly to protect you.

Contact us online or call (425) 296-9358 for a free, confidential consultation. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What Makes a DUI a Felony in Washington?

In Washington, a DUI can become a felony if any of the following apply:

• You have three or more prior DUI-related offenses within the past 15 years (as of January 1, 2026).
• You have a prior conviction for vehicular homicide or vehicular assault involving drugs or alcohol.

Other aggravating factors—such as a high BAC, refusing a BAC test, or a minor in the vehicle—can increase penalties significantly, but these do not make a DUI a felony by themselves.

Because prior offenses play such a critical role, it’s important to have a lawyer who understands how to analyze your record. Even reduced charges from earlier cases—such as reckless driving or negligent driving—may count as “prior offenses” under Washington law.

Potential Penalties for a Felony DUI Conviction in Mukilteo

The exact penalties you face depend on the specific circumstances of your case, but a felony DUI conviction can lead to:

• Up to 10 years in state prison
• $20,000 in fines
• Long-term driver’s license revocation through the Department of Licensing
• Mandatory ignition interlock device (IID) installation
• Court-ordered substance abuse evaluation and treatment
• Strict probation and long-term monitoring

Because felony DUI is a Class B felony, it also creates a permanent criminal record with potentially life-changing consequences for employment, housing, travel, and professional licensing. Our goal from the beginning is to prevent a felony conviction from ever occurring.

How Prior DUI Convictions Affect Felony Charges

When prosecutors evaluate felony DUI, they look at several factors, such as the number of prior DUI or DUI-related convictions, the timing of those convictions, whether any involve vehicular assault or vehicular homicide, and any out-of-state offenses that may also qualify as priors. Even if your previous DUI was negotiated down, the underlying conduct can still count against you. That’s why you need an attorney who can carefully analyze your history and protect your rights. 

Can Felony DUI Be Vacated in Washington? 

No, Washington law does not allow felony DUI convictions to be vacated or expunged. Once entered, the conviction is permanent. That makes early intervention and a strong defense absolutely critical. At DUIHeroes, we focus on preventing felony convictions by challenging the evidence, pushing for reductions, and pursuing dismissals whenever possible.

Why Turn to DUIHeroes After a Felony DUI Arrest in Mukilteo?

People throughout Snohomish County choose DUIHeroes because we provide:

• Exclusive DUI Focus: We only handle DUI and DUI-related charges. Every attorney on our team has completed the same NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training required of officers.
• Experience That Makes a Difference: With more than 50 years of combined experience and two former prosecutors on our team, we know how the state prepares its case and where the weaknesses can be.
• Proven Outcomes: Since 2009, we’ve achieved an average 95% success rate in getting first-offense DUI charges reduced or dismissed.*
• Hands-On Client Support: We intentionally limit our caseload so we can focus on each client. You’ll receive direct access to your attorney and consistent, honest guidance throughout your case.
• Nationally Recognized Leadership: Founding attorney Jonathan Dichter is Washington’s State Delegate to the National College for DUI Defense, an NHTSA-qualified Instructor, and the author of The DUI Survival Guide and Innovative DUI Trial Tools. He trains lawyers statewide and nationwide on advanced DUI defense strategy.

Our team not only handles your criminal case but also helps you navigate Department of Licensing issues, ignition interlock requirements, and related challenges to help protect your future.

Contact a Mukilteo Felony DUI Attorney Today

If you were arrested for felony DUI, time is critical. Felony DUI cases move fast, and Snohomish County prosecutors pursue them aggressively. With DUIHeroes, you’ll have a team that combines courtroom skill, advanced scientific training, and compassionate client support at every stage of the process.

We are ready to fight for your freedom and your future.

Get in touch with us now at (425) 296-9358 or contact us online.