Penalties & Punishment for a Felony DUI with injury

If convicted of a DUI Felony with injury in San Diego County you would be facing

  • 16 months to 10 years in a California State Prison and a possible consecutive 1-6 year prison sentence, depending on a) how many people injured and b) the extent of their injures as a result of your actions
  • A possible “strike” on your record that is pursuant to The State of California’s Three Strike’
  • Financial restitution to all injured parties
  • Designated as a ”habitual traffic offender” by the California DMV

Additional punishment the judge can add at his or her discretion

  • Vehicle impoundment
  • Ignition interlock device installation in any vehicle registered in your name
  • Community service
  • MADD victim impact panel
  • Required to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings