Underage DUI Laws in Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach DUI Attorney

Currently all states have a zero tolerance policy for underage drinking and driving. California has some of the toughest underage drinking laws in the country. If a person under the age of 21 has a blood alcohol level of .01 or greater, they can be charged with underage drinking while driving. If the blood alcohol level is .05 or greater, then the person can be charged with both underage drinking and driving as well as regular driving under the influence.

If you are arrested for DUI under 21 years of age, the Department of Motor Vehicles will suspend your license for one year. It is important to fight both in the court system as well as at the DMV Hearing. At The Law Offices of Decio Rangel Jr., we have provided high quality DUI defense to many individuals in the Los Angeles and Southern California areas. We understand the intricacies of DUI cases, and that allows us to more effectively represent clients in both their criminal court proceedings and their DMV hearings. It is important that you contact our offices if you have been charged with underage DUI, as you may be facing stiff penalties as well as a significant negative impact to your future. A Manhattan Beach criminal defense attorney at the firm will investigate your case in order to provide you with a tailor-made defense that is intended to reduce or eliminate your charges.

Why hire a DUI attorney?

Underage DUI arrests can be more complex than other types of DUI. This is because of the different and far more severe penalties that come with being underage. It is more important than ever to have the specific facts of your case isolated and addressed by an experienced attorney. An attorney will review your particular situation and place their substantial resources and contacts behind your legal proceedings.

If you are under the age of 21 and have been arrested for DUI, contact a Manhattan Beach DUI defense lawyer who may be able to help you avoid the suspension of your license and other severe penalties.