Enrollment in a DUI program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nChemical Test Refusal<\/h3>\n
California is an \u201cimplied consent\u201d state, which means that anyone with a California driver\u2019s license has agreed to take a chemical test if arrested or stopped for a DWI. If you do not comply with the chemical test, the state can suspend a person\u2019s driving privileges. If a person refuses a chemical test multiple times, the punishment is increased. All driver\u2019s – adults and minors – license are subject to driver’s license suspension for chemical test refusal is in addition to any punishment for the DUI conviction.<\/p>\n
1st offense:<\/strong> 1 year suspension
\n2nd offense:<\/strong> 2 year revoke
\n3rd offense:<\/strong> 3 year revoke<\/p>\nIgnition Interlock<\/h3>\n
Ignition Interlock devices are discretionary in DUI cases in California. If an ignition interlock is required, a dashboard breath tester will be installed in their vehicle for a determined amount of time. The installation and maintenance fees are the responsibility of the driver.<\/p>\n
Criminal Record<\/h3>\n
In California, a DUI can stay on your record for up to 10 years. That means that the courts can (and, likely, will) use a previous DUI conviction to increase penalties in the event of another DUI. After the 10 year period, a person can appeal to have their record expunged, which means that the conviction will remain on your DMV record, but will not show up on background checks and when applying for jobs. A DUI is not considered a felony in California until the 4th offense.<\/p>\n
Under 21<\/h3>\n
California is a \u201cZero Tolerance\u201d state when it comes to minors drinking and driving. The state increases penalties for anyone under 21 that has a measurable amount of alcohol registered in a chemical test. If a minor registers .01% or above, they can be charged with a DUI. A DUI conviction for a person under 21 has hefty consequences.<\/p>\n
More on CA DUI Laws:<\/h4>\n
California Driver Handbook: http:\/\/dmv.ca.gov\/web\/eng_pdf\/dl600.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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