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title: "What happens if I refuse a breathalyzer test in Rhode Island?"
description: "Refusing the breathalyzer triggers an automatic suspension under implied consent: six months on a first refusal, one year on a second within five years. These penalties are separate from any..."
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date: 2026-05-23
modified: 2026-05-23
author: "The RI DUI Guy"
type: faq
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# What happens if I refuse a breathalyzer test in Rhode Island?

Refusing the breathalyzer triggers an automatic suspension under implied consent: six months on a first refusal, one year on a second within five years. These penalties are separate from any court-imposed DUI suspension, so you may face consecutive suspensions if convicted.

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