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Timestamp: 2019-04-25 04:49:12+00:00

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The penalties for a DUI offense are getting tougher every day. Jail time is becoming a real prospect for more and more offenders. At the Law Offices of Johnson and Johnson, we have a great track record of keeping our clients out of jail. But, you need to call us early so we can start building a defense, and start taking the steps that are necessary to keep you out of jail.
None required; however, DMV will not reinstate license until proof of completion of a treatment program is received at its headquarters. VC§ 13352(a)(1).
DMV will impose a 6-month suspension. CVC § 13352(a)(1). Defendant must surrender license to court.
fees. VC §13352.4. However, if the court determines that the person would present a traffic safety or public safety risk if authorized to drive during the suspension period, the court may disallow the issuance of a restricted license. VC 23536(d).
May impose 48 hours to 6 months.
Completion of a 3-month treatment program. However, if the defendant has a blood-alcohol content of .20 percent or more, or refused a chemical test at arrest, a 9-month treatment program is required. The court must advise the defendant that the driving privilege will not be restored until proof of successful completion of a program is received at the DMV’s headquarters. . VC § 23538(b)(2).
DMV will impose a 6-month suspension.
VC § 13352(a)(1). Defendant must surrender license to court.
The defendant may seek a restricted license from the DMV if he submits proof of enrollment or completion of a treatment program, proof of financial responsibility, and payment of specified fees. VC §13352.4. However, if the court determines that the person would present a traffic safety or public safety risk if authorized to drive during the suspension period, the court may disallow the issuance of a restricted license, VC § 23538(a)(3).VC § 23578: In addition to any other provision of this code, if a person is convicted of a violation of Section 23152 or 23153, the court shall consider a concentration of alcohol in the person’s blood of 0.15 percent or more, by weight, or the refusal of the person to take a chemical test, as a special factor that may justify enhancing the penalties in sentencing, in determining whether to grant probation, and, if probation is granted, in determining additional or enhanced terms and conditions of probation.
May order vehicle impounded for up to 30 days. (Defendant must be the registered owner of the vehicle used in the offense.) VC § 23594.
if the defendants BAC was .20 % or more, if the defendant refused a chemical test at arrest, or if he or she has two or more prior moving traffic violations. VC § 23575.
48 hours in county jail is mandatory, if probation is imposed. VC §23577. In addition, the DMV will prohibit a driver of a commercial vehicle from operating a commercial vehicle for one year upon a first refusal, or ever again for a second or subsequent refusal. VC § 15300(a)(9), 15302(1).
The DMV will prohibit a driver of a commercial vehicle from operating a commercial vehicle for one year. VC § 15300(a)(1) and (2).
The court shall order an additional 1-year suspension or delay in issuance of license. Exception based on critical need to drive. VC §13202.5.
DMV shall revoke license (a) until person turns 18, (b) for one year, or (c) for the duration of any restriction, suspension, or revocation as specified in VC § 13352(a), whichever is longer. ye § 13352.3.
48 continuous hours in county jail, whether or not probation is imposed. VC § 23572.
Additional and consecutive 60 days in jail if defendant’s speed exceeds the posted speed limit by 30 or more miles per hour on a freeway, or 20 or more miles per hour on any other street or highway and the driving is reckless under VC § 23103. Treatment program is required if probation is not granted. VC § 23582.
Defendant must be ordered into an alcohol or drug problem assessment program. If the program assessment recommends additional treatment, the court may order 18-month or 30-month program. VC § 23646(b)(3).
16 months or 2 or 3 years in state prison. PC§ 18.
90 days to 1 year in county jail.
DMV will impose a 1-year suspension. VC § 13352(a)(2).
5 days to 1 year.
Completion of a 3-month treatment program. However, if the defendant has a blood-alcohol content of .20 percent or more, or refused a chemical test at arrest, a 9-month treatment program is required. The court must advise the defendant that the driving privilege will not be restored until proof of successful completion of a program is received at the DMV’s headquarters.
Restitution fine of $100 to $1,000 for misdemeanors; $200 to $10,000 for felonies; and restitution to victim(s) or Restitution Fund. PC § 1202.4.
May require that the defendant install an ignition interlock device for a period not to exceed 3 years. The court must give heightened consideration to an lID order if the defendant’s BAC was .20 % or more, if the defendant refused a chemical test at arrest, or if he or she has two or more prior moving traffic violations. VC § 23575.
48 continuous hours in county jail, whether or not probation is granted. VC § 23577. In addition, the DMV will prohibit a driver of a commercial vehicle from operating a commercial vehicle for one year upon a first refusal, or ever again for a second or subsequent refusal. VC § 15300(a)(9), 15302(i).
The DMV will prohibit a driver of a commercial vehicle from operating a commercial vehicle for one year if convicted of a first DUI violation. VC § 15300(a)(3) & (4).
On felony conviction, 1 year in state prison per additional victim, 3-year maximum.
Defendant must be ordered into an alcohol or drug problem assessment program. If the program assessment recommends additional treatment, the court may order an 18-month or 30-month program. VC § 23646(b)(3).

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 § 23578
 § 23594
 § 23575
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 § 15300
 § 15300
 §13202
 § 13352
 § 13352
 § 23572
 § 23103
 § 23582
 § 23646
 § 13352
 § 1202
 § 23575
 § 23577
 § 15300
 § 15300
 § 23646