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• DUI OVERVIEW
• DMV HEARINGS
• DUI COURT PROCESS
• DUI DEFENSE OVERVIEW
• FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS
• BLOOD BREATH TESTS
• ALCOHOL TEST REFUSAL
• DUI INVOLVING ACCIDENTS
• DRUGS-DUI
• DUI PENALTIES
• PRIOR DUI CONVICTIONS
• OUT OF STATE DRIVERS
• STOPS AND CHECK POINTS

California DUI Penalties

Following is a basis outline of the criminal and license suspension penalties that may be enforced for a California DUI conviction:

• First DUI Conviction: 6 month license suspension, fines and court fees of up to $1800, 0 to 6 months in jail, alcohol classes, probation
• Second DUI Conviction: 2 year license suspension, fines and court fees of up to $2800, 96 hours to 1 year in jail, alcohol classes, probation, ignition interlock device
• Third DUI Conviction: 3 year license suspension, fines and court fees of up to $2800, 4 months to 1 year in jail, alcohol classes, probation, ignition interlock device
• Fourth DUI Conviction: possible felony charges, 4 years or permanent license revocation, fines and court fees, up to 3 years in state prison

Whether this is your first DUI arrest or if you have prior DUI convictions, San Diego DUI defense attorney Michael J. Fremont has the experience and knowledge to accurately assess your legal matter and determine how he can help. Our firm offers a free initial consultation to help you get started, and we take on cases throughout San Diego County.

Enhanced Penalties for DUI in San Diego

Specific penalties for a DUI conviction will vary depending not just on the jurisdiction, the nature of the offense, and the defendant's criminal record (if any) but it will also depend on a number of other factors as well. Potential issues that may influence penalties for a San Diego DUI conviction will include:

• The driver's blood alcohol concentration
• Whether the driver caused an auto accident that resulted in injury or death
• Any prior DUI convictions
• Whether a minor under 14 was in the vehicle at the time of the offense
• If the driver refused a breath or blood test
• If the driver violated probation
• Excessive speeding

Contact San Diego DUI lawyer Michael Fremont today to learn more about how you can avoid the serious penalties for driving under the influence in California. (888) 908-1919