A DUI offense is a serious matter and should not be taken lightly. In the state of California, if your blood alcohol level is 0.08% or higher, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle. If you are arrested, you may be convicted of driving under the influence. California DUI law also includes driving under the influence of illegal drugs, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and drugs containing alcohol, such as cough syrup. Penalties for a DUI include license suspension, fines, jail time, community service, DUI school AA meetings, ignition interlock device, and SR-22 filing. If you are under 21, California has a zero tolerance law, meaning any amount of alcohol found in your system will be considered driving under the influence. You face a one-year license suspension, additional fines, and must complete the educational portion of DUI school. If you are 21 or older on your first drunk driving offense, you face immediate suspension of your license depending on whether you pass the chemical test, up to six months in jail, more than $1,000 d 'fine....