California DUI Classes: All You Need To Know

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In the state of California, a DUI (driving under the influence) conviction has serious repercussions. Not only jail time can be faced by DUI-charged individuals, but various state-licensed DUI education programs may be required to enroll. By allowing people to deal with drug and/or alcohol-related issues, the state is attempting to lower the number of DUI repeat offenses through programs including California DUI classes.

Here, DUI programs will be examined.

DUI Programs – Which One Is for You?

First-time DUI offense in California: For 30 hours, you must attend alcohol education class AB 541. This is required by law. For about four months, you’ll attend twice a week. Depending on the nature of the conviction, this period could be less or more.

For second-time DUI convicted offenders: There is an 18-month program offered by the state which goes by SB 38. This can include six hours of community reentry monitoring, 12 hours of alcohol and drug education, 52 hours of counseling, and more.

After enrollment, for the first year, interviews will be conducted a couple of times a week. For subsequent and third-time offenders, a 30-month DUI program is also offered by the state of California.

Note: Can’t afford your classes? If DUI classes/school is court-ordered, you may be able to get a waiver from the state of California if you can’t afford to pay for the classes. The financials of a specific offender will have everything to do with whether or not a waiver issuance will be possible.

You May Be Required to Show Completion/Enrollment

Enrollment in DUI schools may be ordered by the court. On behalf of the defendant, DUI schools provide the court with proof of enrollment as part of their service. A certificate is usually offered. Proof of completion – a certificate of completion – will be provided (again, as a service) once the program is finished successfully by the DUI offender.

California DUI School – What’s It All About?

What happens in a DUI class? Attendees must take part in video and group discussions, listen to lectures, and more. The risks of driving under the influence are explained in no uncertain terms. Individual interviews will take place in which attendees must be actively involved, though discussion is not required in groups.

Attending any classes under the influence of drugs or alcohol is an offense. Program expulsion could result if you cross that line.

Note: What if you miss a class? Don’t be nonchalant about attending classes. Don’t miss any. Penalties can include the following:

• Imprisonment
• Probation violation
• License suspension
• Bench warrant

Program Completion Failure

A bench warrant may be issued for your arrest by the presiding judge if you fail to complete your program because the service provider is obligated, legally, to report such a failure. Typically, an arrest means you will have a fresh probation hearing with possible additional sentencing, penalties, etc. With a suspended license, you will not be able to operate a motor vehicle.

What Should You Do After a DUI?

Don’t wait another minute to contact the professionals at Jacksonville Bibby Awareness Group if you have been arrested for a DUI. You’re going to need some assistance getting back on track. That’s why we’re here.We understand – you’re human. Humans make mistakes. Don’t let one mistake determine the path you will follow for the rest of your life. Contact one of our offices today if you need assistance. We have locations in Barstow, Victorville, and the Redlands.