Riverside Underage DUI Attorney

Have you been accused of underage DUI?

In California, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or above. However, it you were found to be driving under the influence of alcohol as a minor, the restrictions are even stricter. California operates under the "Zero Tolerance Law." Because of this, a minor with even a BAC of 0.01% will be charged with DUI. If the underage driver had a BAC of 0.05%, they could be charged with an underage DUI and a regular DUI. Although it varies depending on each person, a BAC of 0.01% is approximately equivalent to one 12 ounce beer.

As this is a serious charge, the penalties are also harsh. All underage convictions will lead to at least a one year driver's license suspension and their vehicle may also be taken away. In order to get the license back, they will have to pay fines of thousands of dollars and attend alcohol abuse classes. If the minor refused to submit to a breath test or blood test, the penalties will increase further. They could undergo a license suspension of two years. These offenses will remain on their criminal record and could negatively affect their ability to secure employment or be accepted into a college.

Contact a Riverside Underage DUI Lawyer

No parent wants their child's future to be negatively affected by a mistake or misunderstanding. By speaking to a Riverside criminal defense attorney, you could receive aggressive legal defense. We understand the consequences that could result from a conviction, and so we do our utmost to get your case dismissed. An attorney from our firm could review your case and create a strategic defense for you or your child.

For more information, contact a Riverside underage DUI attorney from our legal team. Call today for a free consultation.