Out-of-State DUI Arrest Attorneys in California
No matter where it happens, getting arrested for a DUI is scary. But it can be even worse if your arrest occurred in another state where you do not know the laws. Regardless of where it happened, it can have severe consequences in that state and here in California.
For more information on what to do after a DUI outside of California, read these questions and then give us a call to schedule a consultation to discuss your case: (951) 574-2281.
Can an Out-Of-State DUI Conviction Affect Me Once I Am Back in California?
Yes. Although it can be tempting to pretend an out-of-state DUI arrest never happened, ignoring such an arrest can have serious consequences at home in California.
Even if you never plan to return to the state where you were arrested, you need to follow up with the case, attend hearings, and, if possible, fight the charges.
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My sister and I met with Adam and Maricela on the first consultation and we just knew this was the firm we needed representing her case.- Alexis C.
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Are DUI Laws and Procedures the Same in Every State?
No. DUI laws and procedures are not uniform across the United States. You are probably somewhat familiar with how a DUI charges work in California, but each state handles these kinds of cases a little differently.
An out-of-state DUI arrest will start you on a complicated, multistep process that you should not ignore. Each state has different deadlines and procedures for DUI cases.
Can I Continue to Drive After an Out-Of-State DUI Arrest?
Every state has slightly different regulations, but typically you can expect that after a DUI arrest, the state in which you were arrested will try to suspend your driving privilege (license). You can request a hearing to appeal this suspension.
In most states, if you lose your appeal or fail to request a hearing, your suspension will become final.
At that point, the state where you were arrested will likely report the suspension to California’s Department of Motor Vehicles. In order to be able to drive in the state where you were arrested, you may need to attend driving classes or pay reinstatement fees.
Unless you receive notification otherwise, you will still be able to drive legally in California.
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