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title: "How long will my license be suspended for a first refusal?"
description: "Under current Rhode Island law, a first-offense chemical test refusal carries a minimum six-month license suspension. You can lose your license for up to one year. Call Rory at 401-573-2265 or check..."
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date: 2026-06-19
modified: 2026-06-19
author: "Criminal Defense Attorney Rory Munns"
type: faq
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# How long will my license be suspended for a first refusal?

Under current Rhode Island law, a first-offense chemical test refusal carries a minimum six-month license suspension. You can lose your license for up to one year. Call Rory at 401-573-2265 or check with the Rhode Island DMV for any updates that may affect your specific situation.