If someone is convicted of DUI for the third time, what is one of the common penalties?

A common penalty for a third DUI conviction in North Carolina includes the mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device. This device is designed to prevent individuals from operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. After a third conviction, the legal consequences become more severe, and the installation of the ignition interlock device serves to promote public safety by ensuring that the offender does not repeat the behavior while allowing them to drive legally under specific conditions.

The other penalties mentioned, while they may apply to different situations or first and second DUIs, do not specifically align with the mandatory requirements for a third offense. A third DUI generally leads to more stringent measures like the ignition interlock device as a direct result of the higher risk associated with repeat offenders. This approach is intended both as a punishment and as a means of rehabilitation, contributing to the reduction of future incidents of driving under the influence.