Have you been charged with a DUI? The consequences can be severe, and even a first-time offense can have lasting impacts on your future. You don't have to fight these charges alone. Contact the Underwood Law Firm to speak with a dedicated DUI lawyer serving Bakersfield & Lamont, CA.
If you are in the Lamont or Bakersfield, California areas and you need representation for DUI defense, contact us at Underwood Law Firm today.
We'll look over all the details and prepare a thorough and meticulous DUI defense. Call today to schedule a consultation with a DUI lawyer in Bakersfield & Lamont, CA.
At Underwood Law Firm, we've handled countless DUI defense cases. We'll walk you through the process to give you added peace of mind. There are three main parts to every DUI case:
The Arrest
An Officer Will Ask You To Perform A Sobriety Test And Blow Twice Into A Breathalyzer. You're Required By Law To Take An Additional Chemical Test As Well. Upon Release, You Should Be Given Two Documents: A Citation And A Pink Temporary License.
The DMV Process
Contact The DMV Within 10 Days Of Your Arrest To Demand A Hearing. We Can Request The Hearing For You And Attend The Hearing On Your Behalf. This Is An Important Step Where We Can Gather Evidence For Your Defense. This Hearing Will Determine If You Get To Keep Your License Or Not.
Court Proceedings
Unless You Need To Testify, We Are Able To Attend All The Court Proceedings On Your Behalf. It's Possible To Reach A Plea Settlement Or To Move Forward With A Jury Trial.
Your DUI lawyer will handle nearly every step of your defense and grant you peace of mind in this worrying and stressful time. Contact us today to take the first step towards your DUI defense in Bakersfield or Lamont, California.
Type of California DUI
Jail/Prison Sentence
Fine
Mandatory IID period
DUI School
1st offense misdemeanor DUI
Up to 6 months in county jail
$390-1000
6 months (the IID is usually not mandatory for a first-time DUI, but with no IID the DMV would suspend the person's license would be suspended for 4 months; after 30 days, the defendant could get a restricted license allowing him/her to drive to and from work for 5 months)
3 or 9 months
2nd offense misdemeanor DUI
96 hours to 1 year in county jail
1 year (if the defendant chooses not to get an IID, the license suspension period is 2 years; after 1 year, the defendant can get a restricted license allowing him/her to drive to and from work for 1 year)
SB 38 18 or 30 months
3rd offense misdemeanor DUI
120 days to 1 year in county jail
2 years (if the defendant chooses not to get an IID, the license suspension period will be 3 years)
30 months
DUI with injury (misdemeanor)
5 days to 1 year in county jail
$390-5000, plus restitution to injured parties
6 months (if the defendant chooses not to get an IID, the license suspension period will be 1 year)
3, 18 or 30 months
1st offense DUI with injury (felony)
16 months to 16 years in state prison
$1015-5000, plus restitution to injured parties
1 year
18 or 30 months
Felony DUI
16 months, 2 years or 3 years in state prison
up to 5 years of driver's license suspension