I recently read a story about a man who had 24 DUI’s in the last 20 years. You would think, perhaps, that after the tenth incident his license would have been revoked for life. But no, his license was only suspended and then he was yet pulled over another time – this time for speeding and driving with a suspended license. The man, Curtis Sears, was supposed to show up for a court date, but he doesn’t. That’s when they decide that his license should be revoked for life.
I’m not sure where Curtis Sears is from, but in the state of California if you’ve been convicted for a first-time DUI, the DMV will automatically suspend your license for six months. (See Vehicle Code 13352(a)(1).) If you are arrested with a BAC of .08 and higher you may also get an administrative license suspension. However, you are entitled to a hearing with your DUI defense attorney and if you win, your license will not be suspended.
If you are charged with a second DUI offense in California within 10 years of the first one, your license may be suspended for two years. For a third incident your license may be suspended for three years. For a fourth or subsequent DUI conviction within 7 years, you may be charged with a felony. (See Vehicle Code 23550)
If you’re ever charged with a DUI in San Diego, it is important to contact an experienced San Diego DUI lawyer as soon as possible. Time is of the essence!
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