Multiple DUI Offenses

The first time a person is convicted of driving under the influence, he or she will face a variety of legal penalties, such as probation, monetary fines, mandatory participation in an alcohol treatment program, community service, a mark on his/her permanent record, and sometimes even jail. However, the more DUI offenses a person accumulates on his/her record, the more severe the penalties will be.

When a driver is convicted multiple DUIs, there are set penalties he/she will be subjected to. Driving under the influence is a serious crime, and judges and prosecutors will see to it that you are punished for your actions. If you have been convicted of multiple DUI offenses, you could potentially face the following penalties:

1st DUI

• Possible Jail Time: 0-6 months
• Fines: Approx. $3,000
• Probation: 1-5 years
• Driver’s License Suspension: 4-6 months
• Mandatory Rehabilitation/Alcohol Classes: 3-9 months
• Car insurance will increase or be terminated

2nd DUI

• Possible Jail Time: 90 days to one year
• Fines: Approx. $3,000, plus some additional charges
• Probation: 1-5 years
• Driver’s License Suspension: up to 2 years
• Mandatory Rehabilitation/Alcohol Classes: 18 months or a 30 day treatment program
• Termination or substantial rise in car insurance costs

3rd DUI

• Mandatory Jail Time: 120 days/ 4 months to one year
• Fines: Approx. $3,000, plus some additional charges
• Probation: 1-5 years
• Driver’s License Suspension: up to 3 years
• Mandatory Rehabilitation/Alcohol Classes: 18 months or a 30 day treatment program
• Termination or substantial rise in car insurance costs

4th DUI

• Mandatory Jail Time: 180 days/6 months to 3 years
• Fines Approx. $3,000, plus some additional charges
• Probation: 1-5 years
• Driver’s License Suspension: up to 4 years
• Mandatory Rehabilitation/Alcohol Classes: 18 months (if the defendant never completed one)
• Termination or drastic rise in car insurance costs
• DUI could be tried as felony offense, instead of a misdemeanor

Contact San Fernando Valley & Ventura & Santa Barbara DUI Attorneys

If you have been convicted and charged with multiple DUI offenses, you need an experienced DUI defense attorney on your side. At Gutierrez Curtis Gutierrez we have handled tens of thousands of persons throughout Van Nuys, Ventura, and Oxnard with DUI charges. We have over 60 years of experience in California DUI law, and utilize our knowledge and experience to help our clients get their charges reduced or dropped. As former prosecutors and retired judges, we have a unique advantage in the courtroom that most other attorneys do not have. We can tell you the chances of success in your case, and formulate trial strategies based on extensive experience. Furthermore, our clients always receive expert advice, practical options, individualized attention, and enthusiastic representation.

If you are in need of a dedicated and compassionate Venturaor San Fernando Valley or Santa Barbara DUI attorney, contact the law offices of Gutierrez Curtis Gutierrez for your free consultation at 888-RET-JUDGE, or 805-351-3797.