is a dui considered a felony or a misdemeanor
Hereâs what you need to know about a California DUI misdemeanor. The majority of DUIs are classified as misdemeanorsâand although the charge is less serious than a felony offense, it is still a crime. As a result, a misdemeanor conviction carries a number of severe penalties. Under state law, even a first-time offender can face a fine of up to $1,500, six-month license suspension, and/or spend time behind bars.