In addition to any criminal charges for DUI/DWI, a state may assess civil (non-criminal) penalties against a person convicted of DUI/DWI. Civil penalties may include (1) thousands of dollars of fines; (2) suspension of the driver’s license; (3) requirements for additional insurance; (4) completion of alcohol rehabilitation/treatment and DUI/DWI intervention courses; and (5) installation of an ignition interlock device (IID) on the driver’s motor vehicle.

The laws regarding civil penalties for DUI/DWI convictions are generally located in a state’s statutes—often in the penal code or criminal code.

In Kentucky, civil penalties for DUI/DWI convictions are indeed separate from criminal charges and can be quite severe. These penalties are outlined in the state's statutes, particularly in the Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS). Upon conviction for DUI/DWI, the state may impose fines that can range into the thousands of dollars depending on the offense number and severity. Additionally, Kentucky law mandates the suspension of the driver's license for varying durations, again depending on the number of offenses and other factors. The state may also require that the convicted individual obtain SR-22 insurance, which is a form of high-risk auto insurance, to reinstate driving privileges. Completion of alcohol education programs or treatment is often a condition for reinstatement of a driver's license as well. Finally, Kentucky may require the installation of an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) on the offender's vehicle, especially for repeat offenders or when the blood alcohol concentration was significantly above the legal limit at the time of the arrest. These civil penalties are designed to deter DUI/DWI offenses and to promote public safety on the roads.