Second DUI Offense in California

If you have previously been convicted of a 1st DUI, California laws take a tougher stance against you.  When convicted of a 2nd DUI within a period of ten years of your 1st conviction, it is likely that you will face enhancement penalties.  The most notable penalty is the possibility of imprisonment in the local county jail for up 1 year.  The license suspension significantly increases from 6 months (1st DUI) to 1 years for a second DUI.

If facing a 2nd DUI conviction you must immediately contact a DUI defense attorney, preferably a skilled Sacramento DUI Attorney with significant experience with local court customs.  

You must act quickly to avoid jail time and to protect your rights.  

Potential Penalties if Convicted of 2nd DUI:

• Jail from 10 days up to 1 year
• License suspension for up to 2 years
• 18 to 30 month of mandatory alcohol and drug programs
• 3 to 5 years probation
• Fines from $1850 to $3000
• Community service
• Installation of Ignition Interlock Devise (IDD) for up to 3 years
• Vehicle impoundment possible