Penalties increase with each DUI conviction. Multiple DUI offenses could have you marked as a habitual or repeat offender. If you fall into this category, you may be facing very stiff fines, extended jail time, and even felony charges. In some cases you may be required to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle.
San Mateo Multiple DUI Offense Attorneys
Multiple DUI offense can have sever penalties, here is a summary of what can happen if you receive more than one DUI offense.
Second DUI Offense
Two DUI offenses within Ten years may result in a suspended license for two years, three to five years probation, mandatory DUI School or alcohol classes for 18 months, time behind bars between ten days and one year, and assorted fines, and a significant increase in your automobile insurance rates.
Third DUI Offense
Three DUI offenses within Ten Years may result in a suspended license for four years, three to five years probation, mandatory DUI School or alcohol class for 18 months, time in jail from four months to one year, assorted fines, and a significant increase in your automobile insurance rates.
Fourth DUI Offense
Four DUI offenses within 10 years (Subject to Felony Charges) may result in a suspended license for four years, three to five years probation (or state prison), mandatory DUI School or alcohol classes for 18 months, time behind bars between 6 months to one year, or state prison, assorted fines, and a significant increase in your automobile insurance rates
Penalties could increase if a driver refuses to submit to a chemical test, has a BAC over .15, is speeding over thirty miles per hour over the posted freeway speed limit, has a passenger under the age 14, and any other prior DUI convictions or probation violations.
Contact an Experienced DUI Attorney in San Mateo Today!
The Law Offices of Michael L. Davidson will diligently defend you against all charges. We have been a successful trial law firm for many years in the San Francisco Bay Area, and have helped thousands of people beat their DUI charges. If you are our client, we will be your strong advocate in the courtroom in all negotiations with the District Attorney as well as the Judge and DMV.
Our DUI attorneys proudly represent clients throughout the entire Bay Area including these cities on the Peninsula:
- San Mateo
- Redwood City
- Foster City
- San Bruno
- South San Francisco
- Palo Alto
- Burlingame
If you are stopped for DUI in California, Northern California, or anywhere in the San Francisco Bay Area, call us at 866-719-9678 or email us to talk to an attorney about representing you in defense of your DUI / DWI arrest.
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