Posts for the month 1, 2015

What Are the Differences between a Misdemeanor DUI and Felony DUI?

Changing January 1, 2027: Under AB 1546, signed in September 2026, a third DUI within 10 years can be charged as a felony, and a “wet reckless” counts as a prior. See California’s new repeat-DUI laws for what changes.DUI is a crime, even if no one was hurt. If you’re found guilty of driving under the influence, you face repercussions. However, the severity of your infraction will determine exactly what happens in your case. There are two types of DUIs in California: misdemeanor DUIs and felony DUIs. Most of the time, DUIs are misdemeanor crimes. However, felony charges [...]