Third DUI Offense

Defense Against a Third DUI/DWI Offense in California

In California, an offense is "priorable" if it has been committed within 10 years of a separate DUI, or "wet reckless" violation that resulted in a conviction. In San Diego, the consequences at stake in a third DUI offense are substantially more serious than in a second offense situation. Again the stakes are substantially increased, and there are a number of important variables involved that can have a huge impact on the outcome of the case. What is at stake in a third DUI offense in San Diego could be a minimum sentence of 120 days, up to a year in jail, an 18 month alcohol program, and a  three year license revocation together with other conditions of probation.

In third offense DUI cases, Attorney Mark R. De Yoe usually makes all of the initial court and DMV appearances on behalf of his client. However, in certain cases, Mark will advise his client to appear in court and/or the DMV with him. Throughout the case, San Diego DUI attorney Mark R. De Yoe will keep his client advised as to the work he is performing, and all future proceedings. Mark R. De Yoe, in San Diego, California, will fight hard to win your DMV hearing, to save your license from being independently revoked as a result of the court case, and keep you out of jail.

Due to its possibility of significant jail time, third DUI offenses in San Diego are some of the most sensitive cases there are. In the very toughest cases, there may be recognized alternatives to jail time such as work furlough or electronic surveillance. Call Mark R. De Yoe at (619) 894-8295 for a valuable free initial consultation to learn much more about a third DUI offense.

The possible punishments and consequences of a third DUI within 10 years are summarized in the current Superior Court of San Diego County DUI Addendum, set forth below. [In addition to any fine imposed, the law requires the Court to add penalty assessments that substantially increase the amount one must pay].

Mark R. De Yoe really cares about his clients and the results they obtain before the Court and the DMV.  You can learn more about the defense of a third DUI offense in San Diego by calling The Law Office of Mark De Yoe, APLC at (619) 894-8295 or email him for a free initial consultation with an experienced San Diego DUI attorney.