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California DUI Penalties at a Glance
Facing a DUI in Modesto, the county seat for Stanislaus County, or anywhere in California? Use the penalty tables below to see jail time, fines, license suspensions, and DUI‑program lengths for first, second, third, and injury DUIs under Vehicle Code §23152 and §23153.
Reminder: You have only 10 days after arrest or citation for DUI to demand a DMV hearing or your license is subject to automatic suspension.
Wet Reckless (VC 23103.5) Penalties
| With Probation | No Probation | |
| Jail | 0 – 90 days | 5 – 90 days |
| Fine & Class | Up to $1,000 + fees Mandatory DUI class | $145 – $1,000 + fees |
Standard DUI (VC 23152) Penalties
| Offense | With Probation | No Probation |
| 1st DUI | Fine $390–$1,000 48 hours–6 monthsjail 3/6/9‑month class 6–10 month suspension | Fine $390–$1,000 98 hours–6 months jail 6‑month suspension |
| 2nd DUI | Fine $390–$1,000 10 days–1 yr jail 18/30‑month class 2‑yr suspension | Fine $390–$1,000 90 days–1 yr jail 2‑yr suspension |
| 3rd DUI | Fine $390–$1,000 120 days–1 yr jail 18/30‑month class 3‑yr revocation | Fine $390–$1,000 120 days–1 yr jail 3‑yr revocation |
DUI with Injury (VC 23153) Penalties
| Offense | With Probation | No Probation |
| 1st Injury DUI | 5 days–1 yr jail 3/9‑month class 1‑yr suspension | Misdo: 90 days–1 yr jail Felony: 16 months / 2 yrs / 3 yrs prison 1‑yr suspension |
| 2nd Injury DUI | 30 days–1 yr jail 18/30‑month class 3‑yr revocation | Misdo: 120 days–1 yr jail Felony: 16 months / 2 yrs / 3 yrs prison 3‑yr revocation |
| 3rd+ Injury DUI | ≥1 yr jail 18/30‑month class 5‑yr revocation | 2 / 3 / 4 yrs prison 5‑yr revocation |
Key Enhancements
| Enhancement | Extra Penalty |
| Chemical‑Test Refusal | 1‑yr suspension & +48 hours jail (1st) 2‑yr suspension & +96 hours jail (2nd) 3‑yr suspension & +10 days jail (3rd+) |
| High‑Speed (VC 23582) | Adds 60‑day mandatory jail if 20 mph over limit (surface) or 30 mph (freeway) during DUI |
Penalties are statutory minimums and maximums; local sentencing practices and case facts can increase or decrease outcomes. Court suspensions run concurrently with DMV Administrative‑Per‑Se actions unless noted. This chart is informational and does not constitute legal advice.
Certified Criminal Law Specialist Tai C. Bogan has guided hundreds of Central‑Valley drivers through SR-22 filing, IID installation, and DMV and court hearings. Call 209‑565‑3425 for a free consultation.
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