California Criminal Defense Attorneys

DUI • Second Offense: Our Lawyers Have 100 Years of Combined Experience in the Bay Area

At the law offices of Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel, located in San Jose, California, our goal is vigorously to defend Californians who have been charged or accused of DUI (first, second, third, or fourth offense).

A second arrest for DUI within 10 years triggers a much more severe potential sentence. This is why it is imperative that you consult an expert attorney immediately – you must request a DMV hearing within 10 days or all hope will be gone of obtaining a license for at least one year. A second offense arrest will require proactive measures. We can usually represent you without the necessity of your appearance in court. We can also get time for you to solidify your work position and usually arrange for a program so you will be able to go to your job and not be staying in jail.

Typical Second DUI Penalties

• 10 days to 6 months in jail (weekend work is often possible)
• $1,850 fine and penalties or more
• 18 months – 2 yrs drinking driver program ($1800)
• 3-5 years probation
• 1 year ignition interlock device installed in car
• 1-2 year license suspension
• 2 points on your driving record

Contact our California DUI defense lawyers to schedule a consultation.