VICTIM OF A DRUNK DRIVER? LET A CALIFORNIA ACCIDENT ATTORNEY HELP.
Drunk driving, known as DUI (driving under the influence) in California, is the act of driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated. The level of impairment of a person charged with DWI (driving while intoxicated) is determined by the amount of alcohol in their blood. In California this amount is .08% or higher blood-alcohol concentration (BAC). Driving while inebriated is illegal in every part of the U.S. Accidents resulting from drunk drivers of cars, motorcycles, trucks, and buses are dangerous and all too common, and the consequences are severe. If you or a loved one have been the victim of a drunk driving accident, you need a lawyer to help advise you on your legal rights. Although we cannot bring back a loved one, we can help you obtain justice and compensation. Please call us at the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and confidential consultation.
DUI (driving under the influence) is a serious offense. In California, strong drunk driving laws are enacted yearly to protect drivers. DWI convictions can result in substantial jail time, the loss of your driver's license, and costly fees. DUI’s can mean an increase in your car insurance rates. Drunk driving may end up with a criminal conviction on your record, affecting future employment and other opportunities.
DUI arrest? Know the consequences:
Following is a list of DUI Conviction Fines & Penalties for California. For more details on California Sentencing, Penalties and Conditions for Drunk Driving, go to http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/vc/tocd11_5c2a2.htm
Fines & Penalties for California DUI Convictions:
First DUI Conviction
- Jail time of 96 hours to 6 months
- Monetary fine of $390 to $1,000
- Suspension of driver’s license for 6 months, with possibility of receiving a temporary restricted license
- Reinstatement of driver’s license after proof of:
Completion of a DUI/"driving under the influence" program approved by the state
Financial responsibility
Second Drunk Driving Conviction (if within 10 years of the first conviction)
- Jail time of 90 days to 1 year
- Monetary fine of $390 up to $1,000
- Suspension of driver’s license for 1 year
- Reinstatement of driver’s license after proof of:
Completion of a DUI/"driving under the influence" program approved by the state
Financial responsibility
Third Drunk Driving Conviction
- Jail time of 120 days up to 1 year
- Monetary fine of $390 to $1,000
- Suspension of license for 2 years
- Offender considered a "habitual traffic offender" by the state for 3 years following your conviction
- Reinstatement of driver’s license after proof of:
Completion of a DUI/"driving under the influence" program approved by the state
Financial responsibility
Fourth Drunk Driving Conviction
- Jail and/or Prison for 180 days up to 1 year
- Fine from $390 to $1,000
- Revocation of license for 3 years
- Offender considered a "habitual traffic offender" by the state for 3 years following your conviction
- Reinstatement of driver’s license after proof of:
Completion of a DUI/"driving under the influence" program approved by the state
Financial responsibility
If you or a loved one has been hit by a drunk driver in California, let an attorney help. We are experienced trial attorneys ready to work for you. Please call us at the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776) for a free and confidential consultation.
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