CRIMINAL LAWYER SANTA CRUZ
Howard M. Van Elgort- Former Judge 
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                                                                                                                     DUI
 
 
Driving under the influence (driving while intoxicated, drunk driving, operating under the influence, drinking and driving, drink-driving, impaired driving) is the act of operating any motorized machinery after/during consuming alcohol or other drugs. DUI or DWI are synonymous terms that represent the criminal offense of operating (or in some jurisdictions merely being in physical control of) a motor vehicle while being under the influence of alcohol or drugs or a combination of both.
 
 
 
                                                      California Drunk Driving Fines & Penalties
 

 

1st Drunk Driving Conviction

  • Jail: From 96 Hours to 6 Months
  • Fine: From $1,000 to $1,600
  • License Suspension: 6 Months
  • Must Complete a Driving Under the Influence Program
  • May Be Ordered to Install Ignition Interlock Device (IID)
  • California SR22 Insurance Required for Restricted License
 
 
 

2nd Drunk Driving Conviction (Within 10 Years of Previous)

 

  • Jail: 90 Days to 1 Year
  • Fine - From $1,000 to $1,900
  • License Suspension: 2 Years
  • May Apply for Restricted Driver License (IID Required)
  • Must Complete a Driving Under the Influence Program
  • California SR22 Certificate Required for Restricted License
 
                                             
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DUI is a serious offense, and you need an attorney who will fight for your rights. Call my office today and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
                                                   
Howard M. Van Elgort
2820 Porter Street, Soquel, CA 95073
(831) 462-4231