Drunk Driving Punishment
Specific and detailed laws determine the penalties a DUI suspect is subject to in Los Angeles. All the variables involved in the case are taken into consideration, including the initial charge of a DUI or driving with a blood-alcohol level .08% or greater. Other variables that can be included in determining the severity of penalties include:
- A refusal of a chemical test
- A blood-alcohol level in excess of .15%
- The presence of passengers under 14 years of age
- Speeding in excess of 20 miles over the posted speed limit
- A conviction within the previous 10 years.
Guidelines from the statutes also allow for altered penalties based on the following factors:
- Evidence presented during trial
- Local ordinances where the DUI took place
- Any weaknesses exposed by the defense.
- The credibility of the DUI defense attorney
Drunk driving penalties levied by the court typically do not include any penalties from the DMV. The DMV has their own set of guidelines and will have several administrative hearings to determine what penalties are issued.
DUI Penalties
Here you will find in-depth discussions of possible penalties led by Los Angeles DUI lawyers.
California DUI Penalty Summary
A brief outline of the potential penalties for first and second time DUI offenders.
Penalties for DUI in California
California laws relating to DUI criminal and license suspension penalties.