What “penalties” can the DMV impose?
The DMV has power to revoke, suspend or restrict a licensee’s (driver’s) privilege to operate a motor vehicle in California because of an arrest for DUI. This procedure is separate from the court proceedings in the case, and any “penalty” imposed is in addition to any court penalties. If a licensee has no prior convictions for DUI and no prior suspensions for a DUI arrest, the period of suspension will usually be four months. However, it is possible to petition the DMV for a restricted license, enabling a licensee to drive to and from work, during the scope of work, and to and from the alcohol program. A Southern California DUI attorney properly experienced in DMV procedures will advise you how best to secure just such a restricted license. If the licensee has one or more prior convictions for DUI, or “Wet Reckless,” within ten years of the present offense, the DMV will suspend driving privileges for at least one year. If a licensee is under the age of 21, or has refused to submit to a
