| If you are pulled over and accused of drunk driving in | | | | available for some individuals. |
| the state of California, you will need to act quickly. | | | | You can be arrested for DUI in California based on |
| Your right to drive is at stake. One of the first things | | | | your blood alcohol content (BAC) or your driving |
| you need to do after your arrest is file an appeal for a | | | | pattern at the time you are pulled over. In California it is |
| hearing with the Department of Motor Vehicles to | | | | illegal to drive with a BAC of .08% or higher. |
| argue for your license. Many drivers choose to work | | | | California drivers face strict consequences under the |
| with an attorney to ensure that they file this request | | | | state's current DUI laws. First time offenders will have |
| properly. If you do not file this appeal within 10 days of | | | | to attend an alcohol and drug prevention program. The |
| your arrest, your license will automatically be | | | | fines range between $390 and $1,000, depending on |
| suspended. The suspension will take effect 30 days | | | | the details of the case. DUI offenders can spend |
| after your DUI arrest. A first-time offender will have a | | | | between 48 hours and 6 months in jail. Probation is a |
| 6-month license suspension. Provisional licenses are | | | | possibility for some offenders. |