California DUI Penalties

Just over a hundred years ago, alcohol was safer to drink than water. However, with the advent of water purifying technology, and motor vehicles, man has learned from experience that drinking and driving don't mix. Due to the deadly nature of drinking and driving, law enforcement has come down hard on drunk drivers. If you have been arrested for DUI, you want to contact a DUI attorney immediately. If you are convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or more, you can expect the following penalties in the state of California:

First DUI Offense

• 96 hours to 6 months in county jail
• Fines ranging from $1000 to $1,600
• Six months license suspension
• Mandatory completion of DUI program
• You may be ordered to install an Ignition Interlock Device
• California SR22 insurance for a restricted license

Second DUI Offense within 10 Years

• 90 days to 1 year in jail
• $1000 to $1,900 in fines
• Two years license suspension
• You may apply for a restricted driver license
• Mandatory completion of DUI program
• California SR22 insurance required for a restricted license

Third DUI Offense within 10 Years

• 120 days to 1 year in jail
• $1000 to $2,000 in fines
• Three year license suspension
• You will be named a "Habitual Offender"
• You may apply for a restricted license after 1 year
• Ignition Interlock Device required
• Mandatory completion of DUI program
• California SR22 certificate required for a restricted license

DUI Defense Lawyer in Los Angeles

Each additional DUI arrest will result in greater penalties, fines and jail time. If you have been arrested for DUI, a Los Angeles DUI attorney from the Law Office of Fritzie Galliani, A.P.C.can help.

Contact a Los Angeles DUI Lawyer from our firm today for a free case evaluation.