Under 21 California DUI Law
There are specific laws in California for persons under 21 who are arrested for DUI. As in all DUI cases, a person under the age of 21 charged with a DUI still faces the criminal courts, where they can be fined, put in jail, given alcohol education classes, community service, etc., depending on the facts of the case and the DMV. The punishment is more severe for persons under 21, especially with the DMV under California's "Zero Tolerance" laws. The law for those Driving Under the Influence under the age of 21 is governed by Vehicle Code section 23140 (DUI for persons under 21).
Zero Tolerance
California's "Zero Tolerance" laws make penalties much tougher on those people under 21 who are caught driving with any hint of impairment due to alcohol. The under 21 driver can have their driver's license taken away by the DMV if their blood alcohol content is .01 percent or greater; they can be charged with a violation of California Vehicle Code section 23140 (DUI for persons under 21) if their blood alcohol content is .05 percent or greater; and they can be charged under the same DUI laws as persons over 21, all at the same time. Furthermore, if you are under 21, you must provide a breath sample upon a lawful detention (i.e. in the field while driving) to a peace officer upon request. You are also required to give a breath or blood test (or urine if drugs are suspected) upon a lawful arrest. The California DUI law is different if you are over 21.
Get an Experienced Los Angeles DUI Lawyer on Your Side
Since the penalties and consequences for persons under 21 are so much more severe, it is crucial to have an experienced, aggressive Los Angeles DUI attorney on your side. Many DUI's can be successfully defended. Don’t be just another number in the system. Let us examine all of your options and make certain that everything possible is being done to protect your rights, your license and your life.
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