One of the most burdensome aspects of being convicted of a charge of driving under the influence, is the potential license suspension one faces. In California, a person faces potentially a six-month suspension on driving privileges by the court, if convicted of a DUI charge.
The Department of Motor Vehicles in California will also suspend the driving privileges of a person found to be guilty of driving under the influence. Unless the person accused, calls the Department of Motor Vehicles within 10 days of the arrest to request a hearing, the Department will automatically suspend that person’s license for up to six months.
In California, driving under the influence is codified under California Vehicle Section 23152. This code section states that a person is guilty of driving under the influence if they have drugs and/or alcohol in their system, or if they have a blood alcohol level of .08 or greater.
The suspension by the court and the Department of Motor Vehicles are separate to one another. Typically the Department of Motor Vehicles will make a determination as to the person’s guilt before the court case is resolved. If the a person’s license is suspended by the DMV, and the court case is not resolved before the six-month suspension is over, the driver faces a separate six-month suspension from the court.
An experienced criminal defense attorney can help ensure that a driver does not face any additional punishments and/or restrictions than necessary.
If you or a loved one has been arrested, it is imperative that you hire an aggressive, experienced criminal defense firm. Hiring an experienced criminal defense law firm can greatly increase your chances of keeping your freedom. The attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have been helping people for over 30 years.
Please feel free to contact Wallin & Klarich to discuss your case. You can reach us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 877-466-5245 or go to our website at www.wklaw.com for more information.
