Santa Clarita DUI Attorney

Charges for 2^nd and 3^rd DUI Offense

If you have been convicted of DUI, you know the consequences of a drunk driving conviction. When facing a second DUI or a third DUI charge, the penalties are increased, and as your future freedom is at risk, it is extremely important that you are represented by defense counsel at once. Contact a Santa Clarita DUI lawyer from Barnholtz & Kugler today for a full case evaluation.

The consequences of a 2^nd or 3^rd DUI conviction are severe. Our legal team can engage in strategic defense actions with the goal of gaining any possible advantage in your case, either in court or in negotiations with the prosecutor. Speak to a Santa Clarita criminal defense attorney from our firm today if you are facing a repeat DUI charge.

2^nd and 3^rd DUI Penalties

In a second or third DUI charge, it is important to understand the severity of the penalties that could be imposed upon you. In the state of California, repeat offenders face very serious consequences. If you are charged with a 2^nd DUI within 10 years of your first conviction, you could face penalties such as fines up to $2,800, license suspension up to 2 years, enrollment in a drug and alcohol treatment program, as well as 10 days to 1 year in jail.

If you are subsequently charged with a 3^rd DUI within a 10 year period, you could face even heavier penalties, including fines up to $18,000, license suspension up to 3 years, enrollment in a long alcohol treatment program, as well as 120 days to 3 years time served in prison. There are minimum sentences that must be served, and if you hope to avoid spending time in jail, you owe it to yourself to get the best DUI lawyer that you can find. When you meet with us, and retain our services, you will now be represented by a trial lawyer who has a track record of success in defending those with prior convictions for DUI.

Don't assume that if you have been charged with a second or third DUI after a first conviction that a conviction is inevitable. The first step is to contact us and get a full case evaluation so that we can work on a defense strategy for you. We are on your side, and will fight to defend you against a 2^nd or 3^rd DUI charge.

We are zealous defenders, and highly committed to our clients. Call our firm we can take action for you at once.