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I was arrested for DUI. Why are there two charges against me?

In California, driving under the influence (DUI or “drunk driving”) is covered in two ways under two different laws. The general section for DUI is 23152(a) of the Vehicle Code. It makes it illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs at any level. The second charge is 23152(b) – driving with a [...]

DUI Basics

In California, drunk driving can be charged under two separate, but related sections in the Vehicle Code. Section 23152(b) is the charge for driving with a blood alcohol level equal to or above 0.08%. Even if a person is driving perfectly – no weaving, speeding or other violations of the Vehicle Code, they can [...]