Did you know that if you go to a graduation, prom, or any other party and have just a small amount to drink, you can be arrested and charged with underage DUI? Most people have no idea!
It’s because of California’s Zero Tolerance Law – if you drive with a blood alcohol level (BAC) as low as .01% and you’re under 21, you can be arrested for underage DUI. Likewise, even if you have a tiny amount of drugs in your system, you can be arrested for underage DUI.
The possibility of an adult DUI charge
And if you are found to have a blood alcohol level above .08% – that’s the adult legal limit – you will likely be charged with a regular DUI, which is usually a misdemeanor. If your DUI resulting in an injury or fatality, you may be charged with felony DUI.
Infraction info
But underage DUI is an infraction, which is below both misdemeanor and felony charges, so there’s no risk of jail time. If you are convicted, though, your driver’s license will be suspended for at least a year, you’ll have to pay a minimum $100 fine, and you may have to attend an alcohol and/or drug program. You’ll also have to report this conviction on college admissions and job applications, just like an adult would.
Bottom line, do everything in your power to prevent a conviction in your DUI case.
The most effective way to secure a favorable outcome is by enlisting the expertise of Attorney Dan Chambers of the Chambers Law Firm. He’s been defending clients just like you from underage DUI charges for over 33 years, and as a former prosecutor, he has an incredible ability to outmaneuver prosecutors and achieve excellent outcomes in DUI cases throughout Southern California.
Schedule your free consultation about your underage DUI charge now by calling 714-760-4088, emailing dchambers@clfca.com, or using the chat box below. You’ll be able to meet with Attorney Chambers in-person, where he will begin imparting valuable advice and formulate the legal strategy for your specific case right away.
Don’t wait – get your free consultation about your underage DUI charge now!
