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I got a DWI in 2011 when I was much younger. I just got another one. Is this considered a first DWI still or what happens?
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In California all DUI's in the last 10 years count - no matter where they are. Sometimes, and I mean like about 50% of the time the DA will not find your out of state DUI - so you could get lucky. Your DUI is a second DUI in Californnia - (We call them DUI Driving under the influence here, not DWI) . >
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 5:33 AM
Yes, out-of-state DUIs count. All states share information about DUIs so this latest DUI will be considered your 2nd DUI.
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:51 AM
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Depends on what they charge, if the states reciprocate it should be a second.
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:27 AM
Yes if the prosecutor finds out about it. Certain states are better connected with California, so there is a higher chance the prosecutor will see it when your record is run. A second DUI is more serious, as you can see from this chart:
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:25 AM
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Yes unfortunately it does count , next important questions exist.feel free to call.
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:18 AM
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It depends. Most states other than California have broader DUI statutes so a DUI in another state may not count as a prior. This is information No One is going to give to you. You have to find the attorney who knows how to press this issue.
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:10 AM