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Boating Under the Influence

Often an arrest for Boating Under the Influence of alcohol and/or drugs will come at a time when it is totally unexpected. You may be out on a lake or at "The River" with friends having a few beers and the next thing you know you've been arrested for boating under the influence. Under California law, if you operate a vessel after having alcoholic drinks you may be arrested for boating under the influence. A boating under the influence conviction in California will appear as a DUI on your DMV driver record and you may lose your driver license.

With a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is 0.08% or more, it is illegal for drivers 21 years of age and older to:

Drive vehicles or
Operate any recreational vessel, aquaplane, water skis, or similar devices.

With a BAC that is 0.04% or more, it is illegal for drivers 21 years of age and older to:

Drive commercial vehicles or
Operate any recreational vessel, aquaplane, water skis, or similar devices.

With a BAC that is 0.01% or more, it is illegal for drivers under 21 years of age to:

Drive vehicles or
Operate any vessel, aquaplane, water skis, or similar devices. You are subject to fine, jail, and participation in an alcohol education or community service program.

A BAC below legal limits does not mean that it is safe to drive. Almost all drivers show the effects of alcohol at levels lower than the legal limit.

Consequences of a DUI arrest are more severe than ever before. You should consult with a Los Angeles DUI attorney, as a conviction could result in:

Custody time in jail for first-time misdemeanor (some courts 48 hr. minimum) up to 3 years in state prison for a felony and an additional 3-5 years in prison for an injury accident.
Formal or Informal Probation
Mandatory attendance at Drinking Driver Alcohol Programs - (90 days or 6, 18, 30 months) See provider list at DUI-Help.com Law Portal
Ignition Interlock Device - An Ignition Interlock Device is attached to your car's ignition system (usually under the dash board). Before you can start your car, you must first blow into this handheld device to check your breath for alcohol. If you pass the test then your car will start. The court determines how many years that you must have the device connected to your car. The cost of the device and monitoring varies with different manufacturers and service providers and is based on an offender's ability to pay. For information on IID installation, locations and costs please contact AutoSense 800-572-3984; Consumers Safety Technology 877-777-5020; Guardian Systems 800-491-4921 and LifeSafer 800-210-8087.
Significant fines, penalty assessments and victim restitution fund payments ($1000-2000!)
Additional Penalties for drivers with a high Blood Alcohol Level or who refuse a chemical test. See NHTSA - Computing a BAC
Vehicle impoundment or permanent vehicle forfeiture.
Mandatory AA or NA meetings Alcoholics Anonymous
Two Negligent Operator Points - DMV Hearings, Guidelines and Sanctions
DMV administrative action against your Driver License - An Administrative Per Se Hearing (A.P.S. Hearing) is needed to save your Driver License. The DMV must be contacted within ten days of arrest to request a hearing to stop your automatic driver license suspension! Otherwise DMV will impose an automatic driver's license: suspension, restriction or revocation. (Four month suspension for a 1st offense and a 1 yr. suspension for a 2d offense or Refusal or up to a three year revocation). We can contact DMV for you and defend you and stop this suspension process! Please call us immediately (888) 579-4844.
Significant auto insurance rate hikes or even policy cancellation. Proof of Insurance (form SR-22) must be filed with the DMV.
Attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving M.A.D.D. Victim Impact Panel

As you can see, not seeking the advice of experienced Los Angeles BUI defense attorneys could lead you to make a costly mistake. DUI laws severely punish offenders under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

Please call us to discuss the possible defenses in your case. And remember TO STOP THE AUTOMATIC DMV DRIVER LICENSE SUSPENSION call us within 10 DAYS of ARREST (888) 579-4844.

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