Under 21 DUI
California’s zero-tolerance laws are harsh on young drivers. Jack fights to protect your record, your license, and your opportunities.
California’s zero-tolerance rule can trigger an administrative license action for a driver under 21 with a BAC of 0.01% or more. A zero-tolerance licensing action is not itself the same as a criminal DUI conviction. Other alcohol-related driving charges may apply depending on the test result and evidence of impairment.
DMV lists a one-year suspension for an under-21 driver whose qualifying test shows a BAC of 0.01% or more. Criminal penalties depend on whether a separate criminal charge is filed and proved. The driver’s age, test result, prior record, and circumstances affect the applicable process. Read DMV’s under-21 licensing guidance.
Jack understands that young people make mistakes, and he fights to ensure that one bad decision does not derail their entire future. His defense strategies focus on challenging the traffic stop, questioning BAC testing methods, and negotiating for outcomes that minimize the long-term impact on education and career opportunities.
Find local DUI defense information for Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, and Downtown Los Angeles:
Use the after-arrest checklist to gather notices and deadlines. If a test refusal is alleged, read the refusal review guide and tell counsel your age and which test was requested.
Record-relief options depend on whether there is a criminal conviction, a juvenile matter, or only a DMV action. Dismissal or sealing is not automatic, and available relief may leave other consequences. Ask counsel to review the specific record and eligibility.
The effect depends on the actual record, the institution, and the question being asked. An administrative license action and a criminal conviction are different. Get advice before assuming you must disclose a matter or that it can be omitted.
"My 19-year-old son was arrested for DUI. We were terrified about his future — college, career, everything. Jack took the case and got the charges completely dismissed. He was patient with our family and explained every step. If your child is facing DUI charges, call Jack immediately."
"I was 20 when I got arrested for DUI. I was a college student and terrified about my future. Jack found issues with the traffic stop and got the case dismissed entirely. My record is clean. Jack gave me my future back."
"Jack defended my underage DUI case with the same seriousness as if it were a felony. He challenged the breathalyzer results and the officer's testimony. The charges were reduced significantly. Jack treats every client like they matter — because to him, they do."
Disclaimer: Client reviews are submitted voluntarily and reflect individual experiences. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case depends on its own facts and circumstances.
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