California DUI Penalties, Sentencing & Fines
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California DUI Fines, Penalties & Sentencing
First California DUI Offense
California Criminal Status
Non-injury DUIs generally misdemeanors. DUIs that result in bodily
injury may be elevated to felony status, depending on the
circumstances.
Jail:
48 hours, but not more than 6 months.
California DUI Fines/Costs:
$390-$1,000 plus penalty assessments.
California License Suspension:
4 months suspension; restored after 30 days upon showing of hardship.
1 year suspension if under 21.
Ignition Interlock Device:
Court may order use of interlock device.
Vehicle Impound:
Court may order impoundment.
California DUI School:
Mandatory alcohol education if under 21. Possible first offender
school for 3-6 months, depending on BAC level.
California Probation:
3 years informal – no probation officer.
Community Service:
In some courts, you may work off some of your fees/costs by doing
community service.
Second California DUI Offense Plus
California Criminal Status:
Non-injury DUIs generally misdemeanors. DUIs that result in bodily injury may be elevated to felony status, depending on the circumstances.
Jail:
90-120 days mandatory jail time, but no more than 1 year.
California DUI Fines/Costs:
$390 to $1,000.
California License Suspension:
1 year suspension.
Vehicle Impound:
Yes. Multiple offender’s vehicle may be seized and disposed.
California DUI School:
18-30 months at a DUI school, depending on whether it’s a 2nd or 3rd violation. CA Dept. of Alcohol and Drug Programs has a list of approved schools.
California Probation:
3-5 years informal probation (no officer to report to), OR formal probation (if third offense or more).
Community Service:
10 days required as alternative to jail time.
Other
Commercial Vehicle:
BAC limit for drivers of commercial vehicles is 0.04.
Under Age:
21
California Open Container Laws:
Yes. Driver/passenger.
How long does a DUI stay on your record?
In California, a DUI remains on your driving record for 7 years, unless there is a failure to appear, then it is 10 years.
Driver Responsibility Tax:
No.