What happens when you get a dui in california?

Get a DUI - Lose Your License! It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08% or more (.04% for commercial vehicle drivers and .01% if under 21). Other factors, such as fatigue, medications or food may affect your ability to legally operate a vehicle. read more

You may drive for 30 days from the date the order of suspension or revocation was issued, provided you have been issued a California driver license and your driver license is not expired, or your driving privilege is not suspended or revoked for some other reason. read more

Although they're not to be taken lightly, California's DUI penalties are actually not as harsh as some other states'. For your first offense, you'll be assessed total fines and fees of between $1,500 and $2,000 and required to spend two days in jail. read more

The short answer is: if you are under 21 and get a DUI in California, you are still liable for all the same criminal penalties as an adult. You are likely to face additional penalties as well, and a DUI conviction can affect both your acceptance to college and your future career. read more