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MisdemeanorCalifornia · Vehicle Code § 23152

DUI (Driving Under the Influence)

Driving after drinking or using drugs, or with a blood alcohol of 0.08% or more.

Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You drove a vehicle.
  2. 2You were under the influence, OR your blood alcohol was 0.08% or higher.

Possible punishment

1st offense: up to 6 months jail, fines about $390–$1,000 plus fees, license suspension, DUI classes.

Good to know: 4th DUI in 10 years can be a felony.