If I have received my second DUI, what I am looking at as far as punishment?
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If I have received my second DUI, what I am looking at as far as punishment?
The ticket says I am over the legal limit of .08. No property damage. Released on bail the next day. My first DUI was 4 years ago. I do not have any other driving infractions.
Asked on November 14, 2011 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
A second driving under the influence conviction within 10 years will trigger the following sentence:
- Summary probation for 3 - 5 years
- A minimum of 96 hours to a maximum of 1 year in a county jail
- Between $390 - $1,000 in fines
- Completion of an 18 or 30-month court-approved DUI school
- A 2 year driver's license suspension that may be converted to a restricted license after 12 months
Since the penalties can be severe, you should consult a DUI attorney in the area in which the arrest occurred. They can utilize their local court contacts to your best advantage. Possibly they can get the charges dismissed or least reduced.
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