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DUI Under 21 There's No Alternative

Orange County Underage DUI Defense Attorney

Legal Support for DUI Under 21 Charges in Orange County

Are you facing charges for driving under the influence as a minor? Violation of Penal Code 23140 is an infraction. However, minors can face the same misdemeanor charges as adults based on California’s zero tolerance policy. At the Law Offices of Randy Collins, our DUI lawyers know that minors who are caught driving while under the influence are rarely bad kids. More often than not, they just need a break. With our attorneys’ 45 years of combined experience, you can count on our legal professionals to help you and yours avoid maximum penalties.

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Understanding California's Penal Code 23140 for Minors

According to California Penal Code 23140, anyone under 21 who drives while under the influence, or who has consumed any amount of alcohol, can be convicted of violating PC 23140.

In order for prosecutors to successfully convict a minor for violating CPC 23140, they must establish the following:

  • The minor was driving a vehicle
  • The minor was under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
  • The minor had a blood alcohol count of 0.01% or higher (as opposed to 0.08% for adults)

A large number of those who contact us for our legal support pertaining to PC 23140 do not understand why they were found in violation. This is usually because a minor’s blood alcohol content does not have to be 0.08% or above to be a violation.

Case Example: Minor DUI Violation Scenario

The following could be used as an example of a person who violated penal code 23140:

Sarah, a 16-year-old sophomore, is at a party with friends and drinks 3 beers. Sarah knows she is intoxicated, so she goes to sleep for a few hours and then drives home. On her way home, a police officer pulls her over and has her perform a field sobriety test. Sarah is still a little sleepy, so she does not do so well. The officer has her use a breathalyzer, which shows that Sarah’s blood alcohol content is 0.011%. The police officer calls Sarah’s parents and cites her for violating PC 23140 since she is a minor and was driving with a BAC of 0.01% or higher.

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Protecting Your Future After a Juvenile DUI

Being charged with a juvenile DUI can have serious consequences on your future, including your education, career opportunities, and personal relationships. It is important to have an experienced underage DUI attorney on your side to help navigate the legal process and fight for the best possible outcome.

At Law Offices of Randy Collins, we understand the complexities of underage DUI cases and are dedicated to protecting the rights and futures of young individuals facing these charges. Our team has a proven track record of success in defending minors charged with DUI offenses in California.

When you choose our award-winning law firm to represent you, you can expect:

  • Personalized legal strategies tailored to your unique case
  • Aggressive defense against DUI charges
  • Compassionate support and guidance throughout the legal process
  • Effective communication and transparency every step of the way

Don't face a juvenile DUI charge alone. Let us help you build a strong defense and protect your future. Contact Law Offices of Randy Collins today at (844) 285-9559to schedule a consultation.

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Over the years our firm has earned numerous awards and accolades for delivering outstanding legal representation. Some of our awards include: Admission to The National Top Trial Lawyers Association since 2014, AVVO Rating 10.0 Superb Rating, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys Award "10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction" in 2018, Nationally Ranked Top 100 Under 40 in California Attorney Award in 2017, Member of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce since 2018, Martindale-Hubbell Accredited Law Firm, Distinguished in Orange County Metro "Top Attorneys" section, and Featured in Orange Coast Magazine in April 2010 as one of "Orange County's Best Criminal Defense Attorneys".

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  • Best DUI Lawyer In Irvine- 2022
  • Best DUI Lawyer in Santa Ana - 2022
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    I called the office and right off the bat, I was super impressed at how much help I was receiving without even meeting in person. Chris (the guy who answered my call) is extremely nice and he explains everything so well. He told me how he used to work at the courts for many years (that gave me relief that he knew what he was talking about). Randy (the attorney) is delightful as well and put my worries to rest with his expertise and knowledge. You can tell by his demeanor and how passionate he speaks, that he is genuine and he cares about his clients. This office handles everything from DUI cases to just about anything criminal related.
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    I hired Randy after my previous attorney failed to give me proper information and caused me to violate my probation. Randy appeared in court for got the issue resolved without any head aches. He was a man of his word and I highly recommend him.
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