The cost of a DUI conviction in Federal Way is the fourth most expensive in the state, according to a recent study.
The minimum fine is $7,210.50. The maximum could be $11,270.
The true cost was calculated based on the fine, legal fees, an ignition interlock device and insurance premium increases. The study was conducted by NerdWallet, a consumer advocacy website.
On average Federal Way residents pay $1,045.50 a year for car insurance. After a DUI conviction, however, that price could jump to $1,639.50, according to the study results.
The top 10 most expensive cities found by the study are:
1. Tacoma, minimum $7,398.80, maximum $11,458.30
2. University Place, minimum $7,397.60, maximum $11,457.10
3. Lakewood, minimum $7,363.90, maximum 11,423.40
4. Federal Way, minimum $7,210.50, maximum $11,270
5. Puyallup, minimum $7,099.50, maximum $11,159
6. Lynnwood, minimum $7,043.65, maximum $11,103.15
7. Seattle, minimum $7,029.30, maximum $11,088.80
8. Edmonds, minimum $6,995.40, maximum $11,054.90
9. Mountlake Terrace, with a minimum of $6,974.45 and a maximum of $11,033.95
10. Auburn, with a minimum cost of $6,926.95 and a maximum of $10,986.45
For more information and the full results of the study, visit www.nerdwallet.com/blog/insurance/ and select “True Cost of a DUI in Washington After Insurance Increases” from Aug. 3.
