Getting arrested for DUI in California is a very serious situation. Even if you’ve only been arrested once, there are many potential penalties that may be imposed if a conviction is issued. If you’ve been arrested multiple times for DUI in California, you can expect to receive harsh penalties upon conviction. That’s why you need an excellent California DUI lawyer to represent you—Dan Chambers. It can mean the difference between a dismissal of the charges or full conviction with the harshest penalties imposed.
Attorney Chambers will work hard to achieve the ideal outcome in your California DUI cases, including dismissal, reduction of fees and jail time, prevention of license suspension and revocation, and more.
Minimum penalties for your first DUI
Even if you’ve only been arrested for DUI in California one time, it can be very serious. Minimum penalties for the first DUI conviction in California are:
- DMV license suspension
- Fines totaling up to approximately $2,100
- 3, 6, or 9 months of DUI class
- Up to 3 years of probation
- 90 day license restriction (you can only drive to and from work and DUI education classes)
- 4 days to 6 months in jail
Consequences of your 1st DUI conviction in California
If it’s your first DUI, stiffer penalties may be imposed if your DUI led to an accident causing death or injury, if you’re under 21, if you had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) under .20%, if you had a child with you in the vehicle, or if you were driving over 20mph over the speed limit.
California DUI attorney Dan Chambers can explain the potential penalties that will be result if a conviction is issued when you schedule a free initial consultation about your case. Just call 714-760-4088, email dchambers@clfca.com, or use the chat box at the bottom right to schedule a free in-person consultation with Attorney Chambers today.
Penalties for 2nd or 3rd DUI or subsequent convictions in California
If it’s your second or subsequent DUI within 10 years in California, you can expect much harsher penalties, including fines and jail time. The outcome will depend heavily on the judge in your case’s interpretation of the facts in your case. The penalties can also increase in severity if anyone was injured or killed as a result of the DUI, if any property was damaged, or if a dangerous situation arose as a result of the driver’s actions. Your driver’s license could be revoked for 10 years or even permanently. You may be required to have a ignition interlock device installed in your car, which can be expensive because of all the fees involved, including the initial security deposit, monthly fee paid in advance, installation fee, removal fee, and monitoring fee. You’ll also have to pay the fees for DUI classes, treatment, and license re-instatement fees if your license is reinstated.
Avoid harsh penalties—work with Attorney Dan Chambers
The amount of penalties involved in DUI convictions can make your head spin. That’s why you need someone to help you navigate your DUI case like a pro.
Dan Chambers has specialized in DUI cases, both 1st offenses and multiple ones, for decades. He will treat you and your case with the respect it deserves, delivering you personalized service all the times. When you contact him over the phone or email, you can expect a reply within 24 hours. When you schedule appointments with him, you’ll never be passed off to a lower associate or staff member. Instead, your case will be personally handled by Dan Chambers, California’s premiere DUI attorney.
With such harsh potential penalties in the balance, it’s worth it to hire the best DUI attorney in California—Dan Chambers of the Chambers Law Firm.
Phone: 714-760-4088
Email: dchambers@clfca.com
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