This quick-reference chart summarizes California DUI Alcohol Percentages referred to in DUI law, and the DUI charges relating to each limit.

As you can see, it is possible to be charged with DUI even if you are under the national alcohol limit of 0.08 percent. [more]

If you are arrested in California on suspicion of drunk driving you will be requested to take a chemical blood alcohol content (BAC) test. The test will determine the percentage of alcohol in your blood.

Find out more about what the test involves – necessary procedures and whether or not you can refuse a chemical BAC test. [more]

Across the U.S., a blood alcohol level of 0.08 percent is the limit at which a person is considered drunk “per se” – no other evidence required.

However, in California as elsewhere, there are several other alcohol percentages embodied in DUI law which mean a person may be convicted of drunk driving even if their blood alcohol level is below 0.08 per cent.

Read on for a list of all California DUI alcohol percentages and the DUI charges associated with each percentage. [more]

The principle of “implied consent” plays a key role in California DUI Law – and DUI law in all states – but is a minefield of confusion. On the one hand, many people overestimate its influence while on the other, many people have never heard of it even though it affects their rights.

This article aims to explain “implied consent” law in plain English, and its impact on your rights when arrested on suspicion of drunk driving in California. [more]

Despite a great deal of information online, most people remain unclear about California DUI laws and what will happen to them if arrested and convicted.

This overview of California DUI laws provides a straightforward introduction to the main legal principles and procedures underpinning DUI traffic stops, charges, convictions and DUI penalties – and your rights. [more]