Los Angeles Driving Under The Influence Defense Attorney

DUI Penalties

Our DUI defense attorneys at Hedding Law Firm have a combined 75 years of experience and we handle DUI cases on a daily basis. Our main objective as your DUI defense attorney is to ultimately get your DUI charge dismissed due to certain defense we may be able to assert on your behalf or get you the minimal penalties possible.

First Offense, No Prior DUI Offenses penalties include: Jail Time: 0-6 months; Probation: 1-5 years; License Suspension/Revocation: 4-6 months; Rehabilitation/Alcohol workshops: 3-9 months; Monetary Fines: $390-$1,000; Car insurance will increase or be terminated.

Second DUI Offense penalties include: Jail Time: 90 days to one year; Probation: 1-5 years; License Suspension/Revocation: up to 2 years; Rehabilitation/Alcohol workshops: 18 months or a 30 day treatment program; Monetary Fines: $390-$1,000, plus some additional charges; Car insurance will rise substantially or be terminated.

Third DUI Offense penalties include: Jail Time: 120 days/4 months to one year; Probation: 1-5 years; License Suspension/Revocation: up to 3 years; Rehabilitation/Alcohol workshops: 18 months or a 30 day treatment program (especially if the individual never completed one); Monetary Fines: $390-$1,000, plus some additional charges; Car insurance will rise substantially or be terminated.

Fourth DUI Offense penalties include: Jail Time: 180 days/6 months to three year; Probation: 1-5 years; License Suspension/Revocation: up to 4 years; Rehabilitation/Alcohol workshops: 18 months (if the individual never completed one); Monetary Fines: $390-$1,000, plus some additional charges; Car insurance will rise drastically or will be terminated; Offense may be tried as a felony.

If as a result of your driving under the influence you caused an injury or a death, the penalties are enhanced. If you have been charged with a DUI offense one or more times, contact our DUI defense lawyers so we can assist you with your defense.

Our aggressive representation and unmatched credentials increase your chances of favorable results. Our priority is to help you protect your legal rights, freedom, and. reputation. We offer quality legal defense.

Our DUI defense attorneys in Los Angeles are the attorneys other lawyers call to defend them.