Legal Question in DUI Law in California

If arrested on 3/5/2010 for 2nd DUI (23152b) and hit and run (20002a) in CA and there is a Colorado DUI and a Geargia Dui where bench warrant was issued for non-appearance; will this be a 2nd DUI or a forth and possible felony??


Asked on 3/09/10, 1:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Bruce Kapsack Kapsack and Bair - DUI Attorneys, Board Certified in DUI Defense

If the district attorney finds out about the out of state cases and those resulted in convictions, than this case may be a fourth offense. If those cases have not resulted in convictions then the California case will be a second.

Read more
Answered on 3/14/10, 1:29 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Every DUI conviction in every state counts as a prior. Your 'rap sheet' will show them all. While the GA case is not yet a conviction, but , the warrant will show and the CA prosecutor will take that into account in charging you and in whatever plea bargain he may be willing to make, if any. You face potential felony charges here. Get an attorney. If serious about doing so, feel free to contact me.

Read more
Answered on 3/15/10, 12:23 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Drunk Driving & DUI Law questions and answers in California