It depends on what state you live in. In most states, a DUI will become a felony upon multiple offenses.
The degree of a crime is relative to the crime itself and does not determine whether or not it is a felony. I.e. murder in the second degree is a class A felony and reckless burning in the second...
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Possibly. The state being referred to is unknown, and not all states have the same method of categorizing this offense.
You should be able to pursue any degree you wish.