Legal Question in DUI Law in California

What is the sentence for a third DUI, violation of probation, driving on a suspended and impersonating and saying you were someone else in Ventura County-1st DUI 2003, 2nd DUI 11/07; and 3rd o 08-13-09 which included all above? What is 30/30? Are there any possible alternatives to jail? Would going to AA help at all? I'm a member of Ca state bar-will I be disbarred? Will being a member of the State bar help or hurt my case? If I was taking pain killers and valium for pain make me eligible for Prop 36? Do I have any options at this point??


Asked on 8/19/09, 5:30 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
David M. Wallin Law Offices OF David M. Wallin

Mandatory minimum for a 3rd dui is 120 days. Then if you have a probation violation it can be another period of custody added to the 120. A 30/30 program is a 30 month program in lieu of an 18 month program and 30 days of jail in lieu of 120 minimum. The D.A. and the court have to go along with that alternative. Being a member of the bar means you may have to notify the Bar of the arrest, and they may take some action against your license. I have never seen Prop 36 for a DUI charge, even though it is drug related. If you don't regurlarly do criminal law, seek an attorney who does. If you want to speak to me personally, feel free to contact me. I have handled many DUI case in Ventura County. As a former Deputy District Attorney , I'm sure I can answer all your questions. Best of luck...David Wallin

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Answered on 8/19/09, 12:30 pm


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