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title: "Will I lose my license forever for a second DUI?"
description: "No. The suspension is 1 to 2 years on a second offense. License reinstatement is available after the suspension period and after meeting all reinstatement requirements (fees, alcohol education, proof..."
url: https://riduilaws.com/faq-items/will-i-lose-my-license-forever-for-a-second-dui/
date: 2026-10-29
modified: 2026-10-29
author: "RI DUI Laws"
type: faq
lang: en
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# Will I lose my license forever for a second DUI?

No. The suspension is 1 to 2 years on a second offense. License reinstatement is available after the suspension period and after meeting all reinstatement requirements (fees, alcohol education, proof of insurance, ignition interlock). For the full process, see [Rhode Island license reinstatement process](https://riduilaws.com/ri-license-reinstatement-process/).

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