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Understanding California DUI Reductions

By Neil Shouse, Esq.

With the holiday season underway, one thing is certain?the number of California DUIs will increase. If you find yourself in the unfortunate position of being arrested for drunk driving, it?s important to understand that pleading guilty to the charge or securing an acquittal are not the only two options. Oftentimes it may be in your best interest to try to negotiate for a reduced California DUI charge. There are three general California DUI charge reductions. The first?and most common?is what?s known as a wet reckless. A ?wet reckless? under Vehicle Code 23103 per 23103.5 VC offers less jail time, a shorter probation period, a shorter DUI school, and doesn?t require a mandatory driver?s license suspension.

Full post as published by DUI Blogger on December 16, 2009 (boomark / email).