Are Interlock devices for your car mandatory in California if I get a DUI?
Question: Are Interlock devices for your car mandatory in California if I get a DUI? Answer: The Interlock Device (Hereafter referred to as IID) laws continue to change. At the time this question was initially asked, they were only mandatory on DUI convictions in 4 counties in California, including Los Angeles. I have since come... Read More
I received a DUI 1 week ago in Burbank. I was convicted of a DUI 12 years ago in Van Nuys Court. Will this be treated as a second offense DUI?
Question: I received a DUI 1 week ago in Burbank. It is a non-injury DUI. I was pulled over for weaving. I did field sobriety tests and answered all the questions the officer asked. I was convicted of a first offense DUI 12 years ago in Van Nuys Court but I am no longer on... Read More
First 23152 DUI Court date in San Fernando Court…but I need to be out of town. What should I do?
Question: I was arrested for a First 23152 DUI a couple months ago with a Court date in San Fernando Court. But they scheduled my court date on a date where I need to be out of town. What should I do? Do I need to cancel my trip to show up to Court? Answer:... Read More
Can a DUI be a felony in San Fernando Court? or is it always an misdemeanor?
Question: I was arrested for a DUI recently. Unfortunately I have been going through some difficult times and not handling it well. This is my 4th DUI in the last 7 years. My first 3 DUI’s were all misdemeanors, but I am concerned that this one will be filed as a felony DUI since it... Read More
How much jail time can someone get if they are caught drunk in public?
Question: I was arrested for being drunk in public a while back but have not had my first court date yet. I am getting a bit concerned of what the penalty may be as I was not the most easy going when the Officer’s approached me and then arrested me. How much jail time can... Read More
If I received a DUI 6 years ago, will that effect a DUI I received last week? It is in San Fernando Court.
Question: If I received a DUI 6 years ago, will that effect a DUI I received last week? It is in San Fernando Court. Answer: Yes. Since your first DUI was within 10 years of your most recent DUI, it will likely be charged as a second offense DUI enhancement which carries more severe penalties... Read More
If I get convicted on a 2nd offense DUI, can I get a restricted license?
Question: I was arrested for a 2nd DUI two nights ago in Encino with Court set for Van Nuys Court. I know that a 2nd DUI conviction has much more penalty than a 1st DUI conviction. I am concerned about many things including jail. But one thing I also know is the license suspension is... Read More