DUI and License Suspension

The state of California has very strict laws concerning a DUI offense. If you choose to drive under the influence, you cannot evade a traffic stop from a police officer. A suspicion of committing a DUI (with probable cause) is the only proof that is needed for a police officer to conduct a field sobriety test or blood alcohol test. Your refusal to take part in a blood alcohol test or sobriety test will allow a police officer to confiscate your license and issue a license suspension notice to the DMV.

If you receive a suspended license, you have 14 days by law to contest a license suspension or revocation in a DMV hearing. If the facts of the suspension are reviewed and the revocation or suspended license is upheld, you can lose your ability to drive. If you are ultimately charged with DUI in a court of law, there are many fines and penalties that are handed down during judgment. These can include paying large fines, loss of license, mandatory jail time, and special DUI programs.

The penalties for multiple DUI offenses are more severe and it is never recommended that you try to defend yourself in a court of law without an experienced attorney like Mr. Ticket that can provide an accurate defense on your behalf. The court has the authority to put your license on hold and wait for the DMV to issue a suspended license to you.

A commercial driver that holds a CDL license is subject to the same fines and penalties as a non-commercial diver. The exceptions are that the maximum blood alcohol level is lowered to .04% and a suspended driver's license will be for one year even if it is the first DUI offense. The law makes no distinction between a personal vehicle and commercial vehicle for a suspended driver's license if you are a CDL holder. If you are charged with DUI, Mr. Ticket can help defend your legal rights and represent you accurately in a court of law.

Are you facing license suspension due to a DUI charge? Mr. Ticket can help you contest the charges and will provide the legal representation you need. Call (866) 780-1234 now.