All 50 states have now set 0.08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC) as the legal limit for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while impaired (DWI). For commercial drivers, a BAC of 0.04% can result in a DWI or DUI conviction nationwide. For those under 21 years of age, there is a zero tolerance limit. Even the smallest amount of alcohol is grounds for a DWI or DUI arrest.

FIRST DUI OFFENSE  Driver’s license suspension for up to 4 months  Probation for 1 to 5 years  3 to 6 months of alcohol classes  Fines and court fees between $390 to $1,500  0 to 6 months in county jail SECOND DUI OFFENSE (WITHIN 10 YEARS)  Driver’s license suspension for 1 to 2 years  1 to 5 years of probation  18 months of mandatory alcohol classes  AA meetings  Fines and court fees between $390 to $1,500  96 hours to 1 year in county jail THIRD DUI OFFENSE (WITHIN 10 YEARS)  Driver’s license suspension for up to 3 years  Up to 5 years’ probation  18 months of alcohol classes  AA meetings  Fines of up to $1,500  Ignition Interlock Device installed on defendant’s vehicle  4 months to 1 year in jail

Enhancements are factors that can make a somewhat routine DUI into a more serious DUI. Enhancements can cause the D.A. to request jail time, longer alcohol classes, and more Caltrans or Community Service work. Some of the factors affecting your DUI case are as follows: If you were involved in an accident If your alcohol content level was too high If you were driving too fast or recklessly If you had minors in the car while driving under the influence If this is your second or third DUI

LAW OFFICES OF SUE SAHAMI 1851 E First St #900 Santa Ana, CA Tel: (714) (714) If you are facing any of the above enhancements, please contact DUI defense attorney Sue Sahami at the Law Offices of Sue Sahami located in Santa Ana, CA for a free case analysis and consultation