Riverside DUI Lawyer explains PC 23152

Riverside DUI Lawyer explains that California continues to assert its zero tolerance policy when it comes to driving under the influence crimes.  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.

If convicted of a driving under the influence offense, a defendant faces a number of punishments and  penalties.  Typically these punishments and penalties include a misdemeanor conviction, a lengthy probation period, fines and fees, a requirement to attend an alcohol program, and a suspension of driving privileges.
Perhaps, 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 five-month suspension on driving privileges by the court, if convicted of a driving under the influence 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.
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 before the court case is resolved, the driver potentially faces a separate suspension from the court if ultimately convicted.

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 40 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.