If you are arrested for driving under the influence the DMV will suspend your driving privilege and the police officer may take your driver’s license and issue you a temporary license for 30 days. After you are arrested you have ten days to request a hearing. Here’s what you need to know:
📈 BAC Limit
- 💪 Drivers 21 and older: 0.08%
- 🧒 Drivers under 21: 0.01%
💰 Fines
- 💰 First Offense: $390-$1,000
- 💰 Second Offense: $390-$1,000
- 💰 Third Offense: $390-$1,000
🚗 Consequences
- 💔 Suspension or revocation of your license
- 🔒 Possible jail time
- 💰 Increased insurance premiums
Tips to stay safe
- 🍹 Don’t drink and drive
- 💤 If you’ve been drinking, find a designated driver or use a ride-sharing service
- 🚶♀️ If you’re at a party and don’t have a designated driver, stay the night
Remember, driving under the influence is a serious crime that endangers the lives of everyone on the road.
DUI Convictions
After your hearing if you are convicted of a DUI your driving privilege will be suspended or fully revoked. A DUI conviction will stay on your record for ten years and if you incur a future DUI, the penalties will likely be harsher.
- You will need to take a DUI program
- You will be liable to pay restriction or license reissue fees
- You will have to file a CA Insurance Proof Certificate (SR 22/SR 1P)
- You may have to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle
Additional penalties that may be given to you:
- Up to 6 months in jail
- A fine between $390 and $1000
- Your vehicle may be impounded and you will be charged for the storage fee
- Civil lawsuits if you caused injury or death to others because of your DUI