What Are The Penalties For Refusing To Submit To A Chemical Test When Arrested For DUI In California?

Penalties for a DUI

Anyone who drives on the roads in California has given their implied consent for law enforcement to test their blood, breath or urine to determine the level of alcohol or drugs in their bodies.  Refusal to submit to one of these tests could trigger a one-year suspension of your driver’s license by DMV.  It can also lead to more severe DUI penalties in court such as increased jail time or work release.  To add insult to injury, the cops will often hold the person down and forcibly draw their blood and the person is still subject to the same penalties for refusing. If you are facing an allegation that you refused a chemical test after being arrested for DUI in California it would be a wise move to contact an experience DUI/DMV defense firm to represent you at the DMV and in court.