Definition
DUI & Minor Passenger
Under 14 under California Penal Code Section 23572, describes driving under the
influence of alcohol and drugs, and that
a child under the age of fourteen was present at the time.
Elements of the Crime
In order to take a DUI &
Minor Passenger Under 14 CVC 23572 case to trial, certain elements of the crime
will have to be proven. These include:
·
That the
defendant was drinking and driving
·
That there
was a minor under the age of 14 in the vehicle
Sentencing for California Vehicle Code 23572
These penalties are to be
determined by a judge and he/she will make a decision based on the
circumstances surrounding the case.
When found guilty of DUI & Minor Passenger Under 14, sentencing
will include standard penalties for DUI – as well as enhanced sentencing as
follows:
Standard Penalties for California DUI
include:
·
Up to
six months in jail
·
Fines
of up to $1,000
·
Informal
probation between 3-5 years
·
License
suspension
·
DUI
school
When a minor under 14 is
present, and:
·
This
is a first time DUI offense – sentencing enhancement of up to 2 more days in
jail apply
·
This
is a second time DUI offense – sentencing enhancement of up to 10 more days in
jail apply
·
This
is a third time DUI offense – sentencing enhancement of up to 30 more days in
jail apply
·
This
is a fourth time DUI offense – sentencing enhancement of up to 90 more days in
jail apply
Legal Defenses for California
Vehicle Code 23572
A good criminal defense attorney is able to present strong defenses for DUI & Minor Passenger Under 14 cases
under California Vehicle Code 23572.
To prove your innocence or get the best outcome
for your case, MacGregor and Collins has
successfully defended numerous DUI &
Minor Passenger Under 14 cases. Call (949)
250-6097 to speak to a California DUI lawyer today.
Learn more about other California
Section Penal Codes here.
