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• Q: What if I am pulled over for drunk driving in California and refuse to take chemical or field sobriety tests?
  A: California has an “implied consent” law, which means that if you are suspected of drunk and driving, and refuse to submit to testing, you could face … 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
• Q: What are the penalties for a DUI conviction if another person is injured or killed during the incident?
  A: Under California law, the DUI charges will be elevated to felonies, which carries harsher penalties. If a person is killed during the incident, you can be … More
• Q: Will I have to attend counseling or rehabilitation if I am convicted of DUI in California?
  A: If you are convicted of DUI in California, an alcohol education program must be completed if you wish to obtain a restricted driver’s license that would enable … More
• Q: How quickly will I lose my driver's license if I am arrested for DUI in California?
  A: If you are arrested for DUI in California, the arresting officer will serve you with a suspension notice from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), which also … More
• Q: Does the DMV hearing determine criminal penalties for my DUI charges?
  A: No. The DMV hearing is a separate administrative proceeding whose outcome does not affect your criminal charges or proceedings in any way. Your criminal … 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 California?
  A: As of January 1, 2012 if you already have two or more DUI convictions in California, and you are again convicted of DUI within ten years, the judge has the option to … More
• Q: What can happen under California law if I refuse to take a chemical or field sobriety test when I am suspected of DUI?
  A: California 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 … More
• Q: Are there different penalties for minors who are convicted of DUI in California?
  A: Yes. A minor is subject to a mandatory license suspension of six months if convicted of DUI in California. If a minor is suspected of DUI and refuses to … More
• Q: Can law enforcement take my vehicle if I am arrested for or convicted of DUI in California?
  A: Yes. Vehicle confiscation is a remedy under California law for a DUI conviction. More