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First California DUI Offense:
California Criminal Status: Non-injury DUIs generally misdemeanors. DUIs that result in bodily injury may be elevated to felony status, depending on the circumstances.
Jail: 48 hours, but not more than 6 months.
California DUI Fines/Costs: $390-$1,000 plus penalty assessments.
California License Suspension: 4 months suspension; restored after 30 days upon showing of hardship. 1 year suspension if under 21.
Ignition Interlock Device: Court may order use of interlock device. Effective July 1, 2010, California will begin testing a pilot program requiring mandatory installation ignition interlock devices for those arrested for drunk driving in Los Angeles, Tulare, Alameda and Sacramento Counties. If the pilot program is successful, the program may be expanded to the rest of the state.
Vehicle Impound: Court may order impoundment.
California DUI School: Mandatory alcohol education if under 21. Possible first offender school for 3-6 months, depending on BAC level.
California Probation: 3 years informal – no probation officer.
Community Service: In some courts, you may work off some of your fees/costs by doing community service.
The actual end result may vary to some degree in your county. A local attorney can advise likely outcomes and options for your area.California Criminal Status: Non-injury DUIs generally misdemeanors. DUIs that result in bodily injury may be elevated to felony status, depending on the circumstances.
Jail: 48 hours, but not more than 6 months.
California DUI Fines/Costs: $390-$1,000 plus penalty assessments.
California License Suspension: 4 months suspension; restored after 30 days upon showing of hardship. 1 year suspension if under 21.
Ignition Interlock Device: Court may order use of interlock device. Effective July 1, 2010, California will begin testing a pilot program requiring mandatory installation ignition interlock devices for those arrested for drunk driving in Los Angeles, Tulare, Alameda and Sacramento Counties. If the pilot program is successful, the program may be expanded to the rest of the state.
Vehicle Impound: Court may order impoundment.
California DUI School: Mandatory alcohol education if under 21. Possible first offender school for 3-6 months, depending on BAC level.
California Probation: 3 years informal – no probation officer.
Community Service: In some courts, you may work off some of your fees/costs by doing community service.