For individuals who have been recently arrested for DUI, one of the top tips would be to seek out information that’s relative to the state and city in which they reside. This is because each city and state has varied laws regarding DUI, including penalties and how these cases are processed.

California for instance, requires a DMV and court process.  Penalties include license suspension, jail time, fines, DUI School, probation and more. If you’ve been recently arrested for DUI in California, here are a few Q & As that are popular:

1.      When a driver is pulled over, are field sobriety tests required?

The answer is no. However a blood chemical test is if the driver is arrested. The chemical test must be performed by a certified law enforcement officer, and a refusal of this test results in losing one’s driver’s license for up to one year.

2.      What is the legal limit for alcohol intoxication?

As with most states, the legal limit is 0.08% for adults over the age of twenty one years old. Any driver below this age group however, that tests under this 0.08% blood alcohol count may still face infraction charges for underage drinking.

3.      What happens if a minor tests at, or above this legal limit?

If this is the case, the minor may face adult consequences for DUI, including those discussed above.

DUI cases are very complex, because there are so many variables involved to weigh the penalties. These include the age of the offender, prior offenses, the blood alcohol count at the time of driving, and more. A lawyer can help to prove a defendant’s innocence or fight to get the charges reduced.

For California residents who have been accused of DUI, the legal proceedings are a lot to handle. A lawyer should make the process much easier.