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Who May Be Charged with a DUI?

April 26, 2017charged DUI

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Who May Be Charged with a DUI?

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California Vehicle Code Sections 23152 (a) and (b) make it unlawful for any person over/under the age of 21 to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol/drugs and/or with a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher. Minors who are arrested for Driving Under the Influence are usually charged with a Vehicle Code Section 23140 and cannot drive with a measurable alcohol level of .05 or higher and are charged under Vehicle Code Section 23136 “ZERO TOLERANCE” and cannot drive with a measurable alcohol level of .01 or higher. Minors may also be charged as adults if they have a Blood Alcohol Content of .08 or higher.