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If you?ve been arrested for drunk driving in San Diego, you?re probably wondering: What are the consequences? California DUI penalties are somewhat complex and a drunk driving conviction depends on many factors which may include:

* Any drunk driving convictions in the past

* Refusing a breathalyzer test

* DUI led to bodily injury or death

* Having a child in the car

If you are charged with a San Diego DUI, there are basically two types of criminal charges. You could be charged with 1) a DUI or 2) be charged with driving with a blood-alcohol level at or greater than .08%. There’s a chance you could be charged for both.

What happens to your driver?s license after a DUI?

Your driver?s license could be suspended anywhere from 90 days to a year for a first or second offense ?taking into account your prior convictions. If this is your third or fourth offense, there?s the possibility that your license will be revoked for 3-4 years. It’s best to talk to a San Diego DUI lawyer to help save your license.

Other punishments for drunk driving in San Diego include:

* Public work service

* Time in jail

* Mandatory alcohol or drug programs

* Fines up to $1,000

Drunk driving is something you should not take lightly. The penalties are getting tougher, but think about the possibility that you could hurt or kill someone.

Don?t take this information in replace of professional help. I do highly recommend talking to an experienced San Diego DUI attorney to help you with your case.

Originally published here.