DUI & traffic offenses
A DUI case can affect both your freedom and your ability to drive. The criminal prosecution and DMV license proceedings involve separate decisions.
Understand the allegation.
Alcohol-related DUI, drug-related DUI, allegations involving injury, repeat offenses, and serious traffic charges each require attention to the precise allegation and driving history.
Issues to examine
The reason for the stop; whether the evidence establishes driving; officer observations and recordings; field sobriety testing; the collection, handling, and analysis of blood or breath samples; and any alleged refusal.
What may be at stake
Possible consequences can include custody, fines, probation, education programs, and restrictions on driving. The charge, prior record, and case facts affect exposure.
A practical next step
Keep the suspension notice and temporary license. California DMV states that a hearing may be requested within 10 days of receiving the suspension or revocation order. A court date does not replace this deadline.
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General information, reviewed October 27, 2026. Charges, penalties, defenses, and eligibility depend on current law and the facts. These topics do not represent a promise of an outcome or an offer to accept every matter.