The cost of renting a limo versus getting a DUI
When you see a limousine approaching, you may think it’s a celebrity inside. But have you ever thought about renting a limo to take you around on a drinking night? Read on to find out why that may be a much better idea than driving under the influence.
standard prices
A standard six-person limousine costs between $65 and $100 an hour. The rate can increase to $100 – $300 per hour for newer, more popular, or more unusual vehicles such as a Rolls Royce, Escalade, or a stretched Hummer that seats 30 passengers.
Rates can change for the most popular areas, during peak times, or on big weekends like high school prom month. Also, many companies have package pricing for specific types of events. A wedding package might include a “Just Married” banner, flowers, and balloons. A prom or other event may have a red carpet. For an exclusive limo service between 4 and 8 hours, you can expect to pay at least $400 – $600 for a 6 to 8 passenger limousine, and possibly $800 – $1,800 or more depending on the type of vehicle, benefits and luxury options such as a mini bar, leather interior or video screen.
alternative cost
The alternative to finding the right transportation for your night out, like a limo, could be a trip with the police and a DUI conviction on your record. Even if there were no injuries, the bail, fees, fines, and insurance costs will typically be in the thousands of dollars.
The harsh penalties are intended to discourage dangerous drinking and driving behavior. Fines vary among states, but most are in the hundreds of dollars, some in excess of $1,000. Your car is towed. Your insurance rates will double or even more. Some companies may even drop you off the moment you are arrested. A new business will often evaluate your records for three to five years, during which time you should have no further violations. Attorney’s legal fees will range from $250 for a simple guilty plea, up to a few thousand or even tens of thousands of dollars for representation to contest the criminal charge. Alcohol evaluation, education, and treatment are often required on conviction before your license will be returned; then there’s a fee for even that, a leg bracelet that can be part of your prize. The cost can be more than $1000.
In short, even the most expensive limo service night is much more than the cheapest DUI.
Living the life
Possibly the best part is that once you choose a limo as your way to the next club or house for the night, you’ll enjoy your night out in the utmost style. Many limo services provide you with a variety of drinks, or at least allow you to consume your own. There is no danger, since you are not behind the wheel. You will arrive at the establishment looking like a celebrity. Perhaps you planned the night in advance and arrived dressed to the nines. People can mistake you for someone important, go for it!
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