Legal Question in DUI Law in California

Re: How much time can you get for this charge

Six months in jail. Next question?

You should be asking what to do now. That answer is to hire an attorney that knows how to handle the case.

Re: How much time can you get for this charge

Six months in jail. Next question?

You should be asking what to do now. That answer is to hire an attorney that knows how to handle the case.

Re: How much time can you get for this charge

In my opinion, you ask the wrong question. DUI's are priorable for 10 years. The DMV will take your driving priledge away for some time depending onthe amount of alcohol in your system and if you have any prior DUI history. Your insurance will increase dramatically and there is anywhere from 3 to 5 years probation. For all those reasons, you should take advantage of a FREE consultation we offer to go over the particular facts in your case. To try to save your driving priveledge, you must notify DMV within 10 DAYS from the arrest. Contact us at www.wallinlaw.com. David Wallin

Re: How much time can you get for this charge

To answer your question, a first time DUI under 23152(a) carries up to 6 months in county jail and a $1,000 fine. What you will actually get depends.

Mainly - it depends on whether or not you're convicted of DUI in the first place. Since you only asked about 23152(a) (driving under the influence) and not 23152(b) (driving with a blood alcohol of 0.08% or more), it makes me wonder if you were either below the legal limit or they're alleging a DUI on drugs.

No matter what the scenario is, because the punishments for DUI and the long-term consequences are so high, it's worth it to consult with a criminal defense attorney in your area to discuss the case and any possible defense or motions that may be required in your case.

Good luck.