Answer your Questions in California DUI arrest

Friday, April 24th, 2009

According to Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in California, residents need to be aware of the general procedures performed during a DUI arrest. So here are some common questions from California drivers:

• -What will happen after a DUI arrest?

The law requires the officer to immediately forward to DMV a copy of suspension form (or revocation form) and the driver’s license together with a sworn report. DMV will automatically examine the test results, suspension or revocation order, and the report submitted by the officer.

You may request a hearing from DMV within 10 days upon receipt of the order. This action will be set aside if their review showed that there’s no basis for suspension or revocation. DMV will notify you in writing.

• -Is urine test still being done?

You will be required to submit to chemical test in order to determine the drug or alcohol content in your blood. A breath or blood test will be requested from you. However, a urine test is no longer available since January 1999 unless: you have a heart condition and taking an anticoagulant medication, you are hemophiliac, or both breath and blood tests are not available.

• -If ever the officer confiscated the driver’s license, how will it be redeemed?

At the end of your suspension or revocation, your driver’s license will be automatically returned to you. However, DMV will ask for a $125 reissue fee and proof of financial responsibility. If you’re under 21 years old, your reissue fee will only be $100.

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