If you have just had been arrested for a DUI, you need to know some very important information to prevent long-term consequences.

When you retain a criminal defense attorney, you should know exactly what to expect from them. They are responsible for several things previous to the court dates, during the court sessions, and afterward in terms of appeals if you are convicted of a crime.

When you are arrested for a DUI in California, you’ll likely be charged with violation of VC 23152(a). A conviction under this code requires a mandatory two days in jail along with other consequences. However, there are methods available that may help you avoid jail time.

The DMV must hear from a defendant within ten days of the arrest to set up a DMV hearing. If a defendant does not set this up within ten days, the DMV will suspend the license, and the right to a hearing is forfeited.