The penalties for driving under the influence in San Mateo are very severe. When a person is convicted of DUI, he/she faces serious life restrictions due to the legal consequences that are involved. Typical DUI sentences can include jail time, fines, community service, DUI school, and license suspension. If a person has been convicted of DUI, and they incur a subsequent DUI, he/she will be considered a multiple offender. When a person has multiple DUI offenses on his/her record, he/she is subject to harsher sentencing.
If you have been charged with multiple DUI offenses, your freedom and way of life are in great jeopardy. The best thing you can do is speak with a knowledgeable DUI attorney.
A San Mateo attorney can evaluate your case and negotiate with prosecutors. In some cases, an attorney may be able to have your DUI charges reduced or dismissed.
Below is a list of non-enhanced DUI penalties for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th offenses:
First DUI Offense
48 hours to 6 months in jail
$390.00 to $1,000.00 monetary fine
License Suspension: up to 6 months
Attendance in an alcohol treatment program.
Second DUI Offense
90 days to 1 year in jail
$390.00 to $1,000.00 monetary fine
Up to 2 years license suspension
18 months or 30 months in alcohol treatment program
Third DUI Offense
120 days to 1 year in jail
$390.00 to $1,000.00 monetary fine
Up to 3 years license suspension
18 months to 30 months in alcohol treatment program
Fourth DUI Offense
180 days to 16 months in jail
$390.00 to $1,000.00 monetary fine
Up to 4 years license suspension
San Mateo DUI Defense Attorney
The Law Office of Robert Tayac has helped countless clients fight their San Mateo DUI charges. With years of trial and DUI litigation experience, Attorney Robert Tayac has the skill and legal expertise it takes to successfully contest his clients’ DUI charges. Whether your are a first time offender or a multiple DUI offender, you can be assured that Mr. Tayac will put every effort into helping you avoid a criminal conviction.
Contact the Law Office of Robert Tayac for your free DUI case evaluation!
Any person who drives under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol places his/her life and others in great danger. For this reason, California has adopted strict DUI laws and legal penalties. If a person is convicted of driving under the influence in San Mateo County, he/she faces life-altering legal punishments such as jail time, fines, probation, license suspension, and vehicle impoundment. When you are charged with DUI, you need the counsel of an experienced San Mateo attorney to increase your chances of winning in court.
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