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Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: Will I have to attend counseling or rehabilitation if I am convicted of DUI in Alabama?
  A: If you are convicted of DUI Alabama, you must participate in a DUI or substance abuse court referral program. This program is mandatory for all convictions, and … More
• Q: How quickly will I lose my driver’s license if I am arrested for DUI in Alabama?
  A: The arresting officer will provide you with a Notice of Suspension form. You must request an administrative hearing regarding your license suspension within ten … More
• Q: How long will I lose my driver’s license for a first DUI conviction in Alabama?
  A: If it is your first conviction for DUI in Alabama, your license will be suspended for 90 days. More
• Q: How long will I lose my driver’s license for a second DUI conviction in Alabama?
  A: If it is your second conviction for DUI in Alabama within a five-year period, your license will be suspended for one year. More
• Q: How long will I lose my driver’s license for a third DUI conviction in Alabama?
  A: If it is your third conviction for DUI in Alabama, your license will be suspended for three years. More
• Q: How long will I lose my driver’s license if I am convicted of DUI, and I already have at least three DUI convictions in Alabama?
  A: If you already have three or more DUI convictions in Alabama, and you are again convicted of DUI, your license will be suspended for five years. More
• Q: What can happen under Alabama law if I refuse to take a chemical or field sobriety test when I am suspected of DUI?
  A: Alabama is one of many states with implied consent laws, which means that when you are arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, you implicitly agree that … More
• Q: Are there different penalties for minors who are convicted of DUI in Alabama?
  A: Yes. A minor is subject to a mandatory license suspension if convicted of DUI in Alabama. However, if it is the minor’s first offense, the suspension … More
• Q: Can law enforcement take my vehicle if I am arrested for or convicted of DUI in Alabama?
  A: No. Vehicle confiscation is not a remedy under Alabama law for a DUI arrest or conviction. More
• Q: How do I get my driver’s license reinstated in Alabama?
  A: Before becoming eligible to have your license reinstated, you must complete any DUI or substance abuse court referral program as ordered by the court. You … More
• Q: What constitutes driving under the influence (DUI) in California?
  A: You may be convicted of DUI in California if you are operating a motor vehicle and have a blood alcohol level (BAC) of 0.08% or more, or if you are operating a motor … More