fouth dui....What are my charges

A fourth DUI in California (where the three prior DUI convictions are within 10 years of the new arrest) is charged as a felony and not a misdemeanor. This is a very serious matter and you should contact a DUI lawyer in Fairfield to discuss your case. Avvo.com is a good resource and so is the California DUI Lawyers Association.

Sincerely,

Adam

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FOURTH OR SUBSEQUENT OFFENSE
within 10 years


120 days to 1 year in jail, $390 to $1,000 fine plus substantial, mandatory penalty assessments, a 4-year license revocation, and an 18-month alcohol/drug program if you have not completed one before.


16 months, or 2 or 3 years in state prison, or 180 days to 1 year in county jail; $390 to $1,000 fine, and a 4-year license revocation.

Hello,

I have to respectfully disagree with both of the prior attorneys as to parts of their answers.

As to Attorney Post's answer - it is not a mandatory felony, it is what is referred to as a wobbler, it can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor if it's 4 within 10 years. I do agree if it's a 4th you need to fight it.

As to Mueller's answer the minimum is 180, not 120 and can be up to 3 years.

The above doesn't take into account any other factors, such as probation violations, enhancements, etc.

Good luck with your situation and remember the above is general information only and not specific advice to your case.

Matthew Williamson