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Second Dui Offenses in California

When you are arrested for a second DUI offense, you will be facing many of the same consequences and penalties that you faced the first time. However, judges and courts are less lenient when sentencing second time DUI offenders—especially without an experienced Oakland DUI defense attorney on their side. In addition, having a second DUI on your record will impact your car insurance and your driving record tremendously.

At The Law Office of Nabiel C. Ahmed, we will work tirelessly to have your second DUI offense charges reduced to a lesser offense or dismissed all together. Our attorneys will represent you at your DMV hearing and if necessary, file a petition with the courts to obtain a restricted license so you can drive to work, school, or important events.

Even if you lose your DMV hearing, our DUI attorneys can still try to obtain a restricted license, as long as you show proof of installation of an ignition interlock device. This can be obtained after 90 days in California, proving that you submitted to the chemical test.

Yet you have to act as quickly as possible. Once you are charged with a DUI, you only have 10 days to request a DMV hearing to challenge the suspension of your driver's license.

Penalties for a Second Dui Offense

Second DUI offenses in 10 years are usually still considered misdemeanors unless someone was injured.

If you are convicted, you will face the following penalties:

  • 3-5 years of summary probation or informal probation
  • A minimum of 96 hours to one year in county jail
  • Up to $1000 fines
  • Completion of 18 months to 30 months in a DUI school
  • Two-year driver's license suspension
  • Mandatory SR22 form required to obtain your license back
  • 12-month ignition interlock device

Fighting a Second Dui Offense

While it may seem hopeless to fight your DUI charges—especially if your BAC was greater than 0.08%, nothing is farther from the truth. There is always a way to fight these serious charges and protect your driving record. Your DUI defense attorney may be able to have the charges reduced to reckless driving or an offense that does not trigger an automatic driver's license suspension. In addition, your attorney can challenge the Breathalyzer results and the police officer's side of the story.

Call Us for a Consultation

No matter how strong the DUI charges are against you, there are ways to fight them. Whether this is your first DUI charge or your fifth, don't hesitate to call our Oakland DUI lawyer at (510) 907-6600. Our East Bay criminal defense firm has a track record of success with these cases. We proudly help clients in Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, Concord, and the surrounding areas!

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    “Mr. Ahmed did his thing to make sure I did not spend one day in jail! His ability to explain everything along the way really helped through this stressful episode.”
    - Francisco C.
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    “Mr Ahmed is a very knowledgeable attorney. He went above and beyond to help me with my case. He also gave me sound advice and went over my options.”
    - Marshall
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    “He worked hard and diligently while going the extra mile. He was patient and caring during my ordeal and even followed up and checked on me afterwards.”
    - Adarice
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    “Nabiel was able to negotiate a great plea and avoid serious charges. This was especially important since we were looking at significant charges despite this being a first offense.”
    - Alex G.

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