A solo vehicle collision resulted in an afternoon DUI arrest, according to the Orange Police Department.
A female adult was not injured when her car collided into the curb at E. Collins Ave and N. Cambridge Street.
The driver was extremely intoxicated and she was arrested for DUI.
Driving under the influence (DUI) in California can result in a variety of penalties, including fines, jail time, and driver’s license suspension. The penalties depend on the number of previous DUIs and whether the driver caused injury.
Penalties for a first-time DUI
- Fines: $390–$1,000, plus court costs, assessments, and other penalties
- Jail time: Up to 6 months
- Driver’s license suspension: Up to 10 months
- DUI education: Mandatory outpatient alcohol awareness class
Penalties for a DUI with injury
- Restitution: Actual restitution
A first-time DUI offense can be dismissed if the defendant pleads not guilty.