Defense for Multiple DUI Offenses in San Diego

San Diego DUI Lawyer

Judges, prosecutors, and law enforcement officials in San Diego have no tolerance for people who drive under the influence, and will seek the harshest penalties possible upon their conviction. A typical first-time DUI conviction will result in numerous legal penalties, such as time in jail, probation, fines, community service, mandatory participation in an alcohol treatment program, driver's license suspension, and a mark on your permanent record. However, if you are convicted of a second, third, or fourth DUI offense, you will face much more serious penalties that could have life-altering repercussions in multiple areas of your life. If you have been charged with a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th DUI, it's extremely important to hire a San Diego DUI defense attorney who has experience defending people charged with multiple DUIs. A multiple DUI case requires more aggressive defense, as the consequences of a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th DUI conviction are significantly more severe.

Multiple DUI Penalties

As experienced San Diego DUI lawyers, the team at the Law Offices of Virginia Landry knows firsthand the consequences you can expect to face for a multiple DUI conviction. Depending on the number of prior DUI offenses on your record, you may be sentenced to the following penalties accordingly:

2nd DUI Offense
Jail: 90 days to 1 year
Fine:  $390.00 to $1,000.00, with possible penalty assessments
License Suspension:  up to 2 years
Treatment Program:  18 months or 30 months in drug/alcohol treatment program

3rd DUI Offense
Jail: 120 days to 1 year
Fine:  $390.00 to $1,000.00, with possible penalty assessments
License Suspension:  up to 3 years
Treatment Program:  18 months or 30 months in drug/alcohol treatment program

4th DUI Offense
Jail: 180 days to 16 months
Fine:  $390.00 to $1,000.00, with possible penalty assessments
License Suspension: up to 4 years

Regardless of the number of prior offenses on your record, you can expect to face enhanced penalties if any of the following is true:

• You caused an accident that resulted in extensive property damage, serious bodily injury, or death
• Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was .20% or higher
• A minor was in the vehicle at the time you were arrested
• You were driving on a suspended or revoked license

If you are facing criminal prosecution for a second, third, or fourth DUI, your rights and future are in jeopardy! The prosecution will try to do everything it can to convict you of the charges and put you behind bars. In order to protect your best interest, it's important to contact an attorney as soon as possible. The attorneys at the firm have years of experience handling multiple DUI cases, and can provide you with the dedicated attention and representation you need to overcome your DUI charges.  Your attorney will review your case, investigate the circumstances of your arrest, and collect compelling evidence to present before the judge. Once in the courtroom, your attorney will aggressively defend you against the prosecution's case, and present a gripping defense on your behalf to persuade the judge to side in your favor.

If you have been charged with a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th DUI offense, please contact a San Diego DUI lawyer for a free consultation.