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Arrested while driving under the influence of alcohol?

Your options depend on the circumstances and the amount of alcohol found in your system.


California sets the limit at 0.08% or above for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in your system for the standard DUI offense but that doesn’t mean you will avoid all charges if they find less alcohol in your blood. Keep in mind that those figures do not apply to drivers under 21, who are subject to a Zero Tolerance Policy.

Your driver’s license will be taken by the police officer after being cited. After that, you are legally allowed to drive for 30 days after being cited, after which time your license is revoked. You do have the option to request an administrative hearing at the DMV within 10 days after being cited but we recommend that you consult a lawyer to find out whether you should request a hearing or not.

After the 30-day revocation period, you can apply for a restricted driver’s license that will enable you to drive to/from your employment, school and to/from the DUI program. This restricted license will be valid for 5 months.

Keep in mind that even a 1st DUI offence can lead generally to 0 to 5 days in jail, a 6 month suspension of your license and an approximately $1,800.00 fine depending on the circumstances of the offense. Don’t hesitate to contact us for any further legal advice!

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Mr. Balogh is the best! he has done a great job in my case and has helped me a lot. He is very dedicated and thorough. In addition he has tried to find a remedy for my particular legal situation. If I ever need a attorney again, i won’t hesitate to contract his services again. I am very grateful to him.

— Victor C., 08/2021
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