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Underage DUI Attorney in Murrieta
Ready to Fight for Minors & Young Adults Facing DUI Charges in Murrieta, CA
Underage driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have lasting effects on your future. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence, you need an experienced DUI defense attorney who will fight for your rights. At the Law Office of Nicolai Cocis, our Murrieta underage DUI lawyer has extensive experience in DUI cases and will use this experience to fight for your rights.
Our Murrieta underage DUI attorney is fluent in English and Spanish, and we offer free initial consultations in either language. Call us now at (951) 666-2600 or contact us online.
Underage DUI Laws in California
In California, the legal drinking age is 21, and anyone under that age is considered underage. California has a Zero Tolerance law, which means that it is illegal for individuals under 21 to drive with any amount of alcohol in their system.
Under Vehicle Code Section 23136, if a driver under the age of 21 is stopped by law enforcement and found to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.01 percent or higher, they can face an administrative license suspension. The length of the suspension may vary depending on prior offenses and other factors.
Additionally, Vehicle Code Section 23140 pertains specifically to underage drivers who are found to have a BAC of 0.05 percent or higher but less than the legal limit of 0.08 percent. Lastly, if an underage driver has a BAC of 0.08 percent, then they will face standard "adult" DUI charges.
California Underage DUI Penalties
If an underage driver's BAC is .01 percent, a conviction can result in driver's license suspension for one year. If an underage driver's BAC is .05 percent, then a conviction carries a maximum fine of $100, driver's license suspension for one year, and enrollment in an alcohol education program. Lastly, if an underage driver has a BAC of .08 percent, a conviction is punishable by a jail sentence of up to six months, a maximum fine of $1,000, driver's license suspension for one year, and enrollment in an alcohol education program.
The most serious consequence, however, is the effect that an underage DUI can have on your future. If convicted, you will have a criminal record that can make it very difficult to find a job, get a loan, or even rent an apartment.
Do I Need a Juvenile & Underage DUI Attorney?
If you have been arrested for DUI, you need an experienced Murrieta underage DUI lawyer. Our team can evaluate your case and determine the best course of action to get your charges reduced or dismissed.
Contact us today at (951) 666-2600 to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can defend you against serious charges. Let us protect your rights and future immediately!
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