What type of license suspensions can I expect after a DUI conviction?

If you are convicted of a DUI in California, you can expect to have your license suspended for a minimum of 6 months and up to several years. The length of the suspension depends on the circumstances of your conviction, including whether it was your first or subsequent DUI offense, your blood alcohol level, and any aggravating factors such as injury or death. If you are convicted of a first-time DUI, the court has the option to suspend your license for 4 to 6 months. If your blood alcohol level was high enough, the court may suspend the license for 1 year. If the DUI resulted in injury or death, the suspension could range from 3 years to a lifetime revocation. In addition to a license suspension, some DUI convictions also result in a mandatory “restriction” period. This means that you may only be able to drive during certain hours or to certain places. For example, if you are convicted of a DUI while under the age of 21, the court could limit where you can drive for the duration of your license suspension. If you are convicted of a DUI and your license is suspended, you can apply for a restricted license after serving a portion of your suspension period. This type of license must be approved by the court and may involve additional steps such as participating in an alcohol education program or providing proof of installing an ignition interlock device.

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