San Diego DUI Statutes

California’s statutes regarding the various drunk driving provisions are found in the Vehicle Code, not the Penal Code. Most DUI charges will be covered by the following statutes:

Definitions of misdemeanor and felony DUI
Vehicle Code 23152-23229.1

Zero tolerance laws applying to drivers under the age of 21 with BAC of 0.01%
Vehicle Code Section 23136

Laws applying to drivers under the age of 21 who have a BAC of 0.05% or greater
Vehicle Code Section 23140

DUI sentencing laws in juvenile court
Vehicle Code Section 23520 – 23521

Sentencing for misdemeanor DUI
Vehicle Code Section 23536-23552

Sentencing for felony DUI
Vehicle code Section 23554-23568

Enhancements in misdemeanor DUI cases
Vehicle Code Section 23572

Provisions for installing ignition interlock devices (IID)
Vehicle code Section 23575-23582

Laws governing DUI probation
Vehicle Code Section 23600-23602

Implied Consent laws for blood, breath and urine tests.
Vehicle Code Section 23610-23614

Provisions for prior DUI convictions
Vehicle code Section 23620-23626

Provisions for DUI school attendance
Vehicle Code Section 23640

Drivers license suspension provisions
Vehicle Code Section 13100-13106

Laws governing your DMV Hearing
Vehicle code Section 14100-14112