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Resources - Blood Alcohol Level _ this is a sidebar Blood Alcohol Level Blood Alcohol Level (BAL) is the amount of alcohol present in your blood as you drink. It's calculated by determining how many milligrams of alcohol are present in 100 milliliters of blood. But you don't need a Breathalyzer, a calculator, or a measurement conversion chart to figure out what BAL you had last night. Use the Table of Blood Alcohol Levels below. This is a generalized chart based on a person who is metabolizing (or breaking down) one drink an hour. Remember, while this chart is a good general guideline, every individual reacts differently to alcohol. The chart doesn't take into account your individual body composition, your use of medication, your mood changes, or your personal metabolism rate. Therefore, your blood alcohol level may in fact be slightly higher or slightly lower than the chart indicates for the number of drinks you consume. Just keep in mind that your body processes alcohol at a constant rate of .5 oz. per hour, regardless of how many ounces you consume. Therefore, the faster you drink, the higher your blood alcohol level will be. BAL Behavior By Numbers (Source: www.factsontap.org, 2004) BAL .02%-.03%: You feel mildly relaxed and maybe a little lightheaded. Your inhibitions are slightly loosened, and whatever mood you were in before you started drinking may be mildly intensified. BAL .05%-.06%: You feel warm and relaxed. If you're the shy type when you're sober, you lose your feelings of shyness. Your behavior may become exaggerated, making you talk louder or faster or act bolder than usual. Emotions are intensified, so your good moods are better and your bad moods are worse. You may also feel a mild sense of euphoria. BAL .08%-.09%: You believe you're functioning better than you actually are. At this level, you may start to slur your speech. Your sense of balance is probably off, and your motor skills are starting to become impaired. Your ability to see and hear clearly is diminished. Your judgment is being affected, so it's difficult for you to decide whether or not to continue drinking. Your ability to evaluate sexual situations is impaired. Students may jokingly refer to this state of mind as beer goggles, but this BAL can have serious repercussions. BAL .10%-.12%: At this level, you feel euphoric, but you lack coordination and balance. Your motor skills are markedly impaired, as are your judgment and memory. You probably don't remember how many drinks you've had. Your emotions are exaggerated, and some people become loud, aggressive, or belligerent. BAL .14%-.17%: Your euphoric feelings may give way to unpleasant feelings. You have difficulty talking, walking, or even standing. Your judgment and perception are severely impaired. You may become more aggressive, and there is an increased risk of accidentally injuring yourself or others. This is the point when you may experience a blackout. BAL .20%: You feel confused, dazed, or otherwise disoriented. You need help to stand up or walk. If you hurt yourself at this point, you probably won't realize it because you won't feel pain. At this point you may experience nausea and/or start vomiting (keep in mind that for some people, a lower blood alcohol level than .20% may cause vomiting). Your gag reflex is impaired, so you could choke if you do throw up. Since blackouts are likely at this level, you may not remember any of this. BAL .25%: All mental, physical, and sensory functions are severely impaired. You're emotionally numb. There's an increased risk of asphyxiation from choking on vomit and of seriously injuring yourself by falling or other accidents. BAL .30%: You're in a stupor. You have little comprehension of where you are. You may suddenly pass out at this point and be difficult to awaken. (But don't kid yourselfpassing out can also occur at lower BALs. But, at lower blood alcohol levels, you may decide you had enough to drink and go "pass out." With an alarming BAL like .30%, your body will be deciding to pass out for you.) BAL .35%: This blood alcohol level also happens to be the level of surgical anesthesia. You may stop breathing at this point. In February 1996, a second student, age 20, died of alcohol poisoning with a BAL of .34% after drinking six beers and twelve shots in two hours. BAL .40%: You are probably in a coma. The nerve centers controlling your heartbeat and respiration are slowing down. It's a miracle if you're not dead. In April 1994, a 21-year-old student died of alcohol poisoning with a BAL of .40% after a party.

DUI / DWI Courses - Institute of Police Technology and Management ------- "The Leader in Law Enforcement Training" IPTM Menu: Welcome to IPTM Director's Message Public Safety Institute Registration Desk Contact IPTM Satellite Training Search IPTM Website IPTM Staff Listing IPTM Resources Institute of Police Technology and Management Home Courses Calendar Registration Software Hotel & Travel Search | Shop IPTM Online | IPTM Staff List | Public Safety Institute | Contact Us DUI/DWI Courses Select from the Course Listing below for a full Course Description... DRUGS THAT IMPAIR DRIVING DUI CASE PREPARATION AND COURTROOM PRESENTATION DUI ENFORCEMENT DUI STANDARDIZED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTING DUI S.F.S.T. INSTRUCTOR UPDATE DWI INSTRUCTOR DUI CASE LAW AND LEGISLATIVE UPDATE HORIZONTAL GAZE NYSTAGMUS WORKSHOP FOR PROSECUTORS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN-CAR VIDEO USER TRAINING FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT AND PROSECUTION LAW ENFORCEMET IN-CAR VIDEO INSTRUCTOR SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT OPERATIONS DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT (DRE) PROGRAM MEDICAL FOUNDATIONS OF VISUAL SYSTEM TESTING FOR DRES AND PROSECUTORS FLORIDA BREATH TEST CONFERENCE DRUGS THAT IMPAIR DRIVING This 8-hour course is designed to improve your ability to recognize suspects who may be under the influence of drugs other than alcohol enabling you to take appropriate action when you encounter such suspects. You will be given an overview of the seven types of drug categories and the effects these drugs have on a person. In addition, you will learn of medical conditions and other situations that can produce similar signs of impairment. The role of eye examinations in disclosing the possibility of drug impairment, and in suggesting the possible category or categories of drugs being used, will be discussed. Topics Include: The concept of "drugs" in the context of DWI enforcement The role of eye examinations in disclosing the possibility of impairment Medical conditions and other situations that can produce similar signs of impairment Identification of the major categories of drugs The observable effects of each of the seven major categories of drugs The effects likely to result from various combinations of drugs Appropriate procedures for dealing with drug-impaired or medically impaired suspects This course is designed primarily for police officers who meet the IACP/NHTSA National Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Program Standards and who have successfully completed an IACP/NHTSA approved curriculum. NOTE: This training will NOT qualify an officer to serve as a Drug Recognition Expert. Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DUI CASE PREPARATION AND COURTROOM PRESENTATION This program is specifically developed by IPTM for police officers who are actively involved in the detection, arrest and prosecution of suspect DUI operators in the State of Florida. The program is intense and will require officers to develop a DUI case, present testimony and be critically evaluated. It is not designed for experienced DUI officers or members of other special units. Topics include: Review of DUI detection clues Review of SFST Use of video technology Review of legal aspects: definitions statutes case law Explanations of: Implied Consent use of Miranda DUI reporting procedures Preparation of Influence Report Form DUI case testimony: direct testimony cross examination redirect testimony Defense strategies Driver license hearings Courtroom demonstrations Case preparation Mock DUI trial Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DUI ENFORCEMENT This course is designed to develop the student's skills and knowledge in DUI enforcement. Special emphasis is placed on standardized field sobriety tests including horizontal gaze nystagmus and divided attention tests. Topics Include: How to detect and apprehend violators under the influence of alcohol Preparing and presenting competent testimony in impaired driver cases The tactics used in defense of impaired driving cases The effects of alcohol on the human body and how these relate to driver behavior The types of driver behavior present in possible and probable DUI's The NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DUI DETECTION AND STANDARDIZED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTING INSTRUCTOR UPDATE COURSE The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has completed the DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Test curriculum revisions. It is imperative that any DUI/DWI instructor teaching the SFST's be familiar with these revisions. There are several deletions and additions to the curriculum, including a new CD-ROM for the entire curriculum, a Refresher Training Program on CD-ROM as well as two new DVD's for "Dry Run Practice Sessions" in Options I and II. Topics Include: Review of the entire SFST instructor curriculum Review of the introduction to drugged driving curriculum Review of each sessions' attachments (i.e. case law and definitions) Review of the new detection video Review of the new CD-ROM refresher course Review of new DVD "Dry Run Practice Sessions" Students attending this 16-hour course will receive a new set of the SFST curriculum, which includes instructor and student manuals with CD-ROM, a CD-ROM for DUI refresher training and new DVD's for dry run practice sessions. Prerequisite: You must have completed NHTSA's DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor course or its equivalent prior to attending this course. Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DUI STANDARDIZED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTING This course will teach you how to skillfully recognize and properly evaluate impaired driving suspects, from the initial observation of the vehicle to the arrest and processing of the suspect. Beginning with the detection of the impaired driver and the standardized sobriety testing procedures commissioned by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the course will also cover enforcement strategies and issues surrounding Miranda and Implied Consent. In addition, you will learn how to properly document your observations for courtroom presentation. Topics include: DUI visual detection Legal aspects of DUI enforcement Standardized field sobriety testing (to include horizontal gaze nystagmus) Proper documentation techniques Sobriety checkpoints (Roadblocks) Video taping issues Two NHTSA recommended drinking exercises Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DUI S.F.S.T. INSTRUCTOR UPDATE The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has completed the DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Test curriculum revisions. It is imperative that any DUI/DWI instructor teaching the SFST's be familiar with these revisions. There are several deletions and additions to the curriculum, including a new CD-ROM for the entire curriculum, a Refresher Training Program on CD-ROM as well as two new DVD's for "Dry Run Practice Sessions" in Options I and II. Topics include: Review of the entire SFST instructor curriculum Review of the introduction to drugged driving curriculum Review of each sessions' attachments (i.e. case law and definitions) Review of the new detection video Review of the new CD-ROM refresher course Review of new DVD "Dry Run Practice Sessions" Students attending this 16-hour course will receive a new set of the SFST curriculum, which includes instructor and student manuals with CD-ROM, a CD-ROM for DUI refresher training and new DVD's for dry run practice sessions. Prerequisite: You must have completed NHTSA's DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor course or its equivalent prior to attending this course. Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DWI INSTRUCTOR This course will show you how to present the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. You will learn the proper procedures and available options for teaching the basic SFST course. Upon successful completion of the course, a complete set of lesson plans, student manuals, video tapes and instructional aides will be given to you. Prerequisite: To attend this course, you must have successfully completed a NHTSA approved Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course and be proficient in the administration of standardized field sobriety tests. Topics include: Basic instructor techniques Overview of alcohol, drugs and highway safety Review of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests including horizontal gaze nystagmus Proper procedures for conducting drinking exercises Practice teaching Curriculum revisions Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DUI CASE LAW AND LEGISLATIVE UPDATE This 8-hour course was specifically developed by IPTM for prosecutors, law enforcement officers and administrative hearing officers who are involved in the detection, arrest and prosecution of suspected DUI offenders in the State of Florida. The course is designed to inform attendees of the latest legislative changes and most recent DUI case law. Topics include: Legislative DUI updates Getting DUI bills through the legislature Vehicle interlock DUI case law Driver and vehicle information Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course HORIZONTAL GAZE NYSTAGMUS WORKSHOP FOR PROSECUTORS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS This course was specifically developed by IPTM for prosecutors and police officers who are actively involved in the detection, arrest and prosecution of suspected DUI operators in the State of Florida. The class is designed to prepare officers and prosecutors to be effective in presenting cases involving the use of Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus. For Drug Recognition Experts (DREs), this course will fulfill the 8-hour approved DRE in-service training required for recertification. Topics include: Recognizing and prosecuting impaired driving cases using Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Utilizing an expert witness Direct examination of officer predicate Using a well prepared report by the officer Preparing the officer for cross examination by the defense Mock testimony PREREQUISITE: Strict eligibility guidelines must be met in order to attend this course. Please contact IPTM for additional information at: (904) 620-4786. Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course IN-CAR VIDEO USER TRAINING FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT AND PROSECUTION This course will train you in the application of in-car video as it pertains to the collection of evidence for DUI prosecution and documentation of officer activities. You will gain an understanding of in-car video as a part of multi-media technology. In addition to the technical aspects of in-car video, you will learn proper camera positioning, lighting and audio applications relating to vehicle and pedestrian stops. The use of video to document officer activities will also be discussed. You will learn the legal issues surrounding in-car video and the collection of evidence for prosecution of DUI cases. DUI case laws pertaining to in-car video along with its application will be explained. Topics include: History of video in law enforcement In-car video system components and their function Camera positioning Lighting Proper audio Officer safety Admissibility of recorded media in criminal court DUI prosecution with video Internal use of in-car video Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course LAW ENFORCEMENT IN-CAR VIDEO INSTRUCTOR This course will provide advanced training regarding in-car video systems and prepare officers to instruct others in the proper use of todays video systems. The course will focus on the fundamental concepts of in-car video as it pertains to traffic enforcement and other law enforcement activities. You will learn about the various types of systems available and examine the latest technology and capabilities of digital in-car video systems. As part of the course, you will have an opportunity to conduct hands on field exercises using various video systems. As some of these exercises will be conducted during the evening, we recommend that you bring a flashlight to class. Additionally, you are encouraged to bring a vehicle with an installed in-car video system for use in the field exercises. Topics include: History of video in law enforcement In-car video system components and functions Digital video and media storage Camera positioning Lighting Proper audio In-car video policies Officer safety Admissibility of recorded media in criminal court Roadside interviewing techniques and interpretation of recorded evidence Practical exercises Student presentations At the end of the course, each student will receive a video tape along with the books and materials necessary to train others in the proper use of in-car video. Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT OPERATIONS This course is designed for coordinators and supervisors of DUI Sobriety Checkpoints. It is a comprehensive program that covers all aspects of Sobriety Checkpoints, from the initial planning stages through the final reports. Students taking this course will learn the proper procedures for planning and setting-up traffic control devices to conduct vehicle checkpoints following the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), the Standards and Indexes of the Florida Department of Transportation and the laws and regulations of the State of Florida. Topics include: Legal issues and considerations Problem identification Site selection Internal and external authorization Operations plans Media coordination Equipment and facility requirements Personnel selection Proper coordination and documentation Use of civilians and volunteers Considerations after the checkpoint NOTE: During the last day of the course the host agency will set-up and conduct a live checkpoint. It is strongly recommended that students plan for this activity by wearing appropriate clothing. In addition, all students should bring safety vests and flashlights. Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT (DRE) PROGRAM What is a DRE? A Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) is an officer who has received specialized training and has been certified by the International Association of Chiefs of Police to evaluate suspects and determine: 1) If the subject is impaired 2) What Drug category(s) is/are causing the impairment 3) If a medical condition is causing the impairment There are over 5,000 officers certified world wide..this is less than 1/10 of 1 percent of all certified law enforcement officers. What does it take to become a certified DRE? The Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) program has received international acclaim for its success in identifying the drug-impaired individual. Although the focus of the DRE curricula is on the identification of the drug-impaired driver, DRE skills are applied to many different law enforcement activities. These activities include screening of any individual who maybe under the influence of drugs such as students in our school system. In addition, DREs are frequently called upon to differentiate between drug influence and medical and/or mental disorders. The certified DRE is an extremely valuable tool for combating the adverse impact of drugs on the communities we serve. DRE school is extremely demanding. To receive certification as a DRE, two phases of training must be completed. The following summarizes each phase: ACADEMIC TRAINING: This phase is typically conducted over two weeks (80 hours). It includes courses in physiology, vital signs, standardized field sobriety testing (SFST), as well as extensive material on each of the seven categories of the drugs of abuse. The training includes three written examinations, an SFST proficiency examination and five written quizzes. Students must achieve a minimum of 80% on the three examinations, and must demonstrate proficiency in administering the SFST in order to progress to the certification phase. The academic training is conducted utilizing creative, participant-centered teaching techniques. CERTIFICATION PHASE: After successfully completing the academic portion, the students return to their division of assignment. It is the student's responsibility to complete the certification requirements within six months following the DRE school. These requirements include: conducting a minimum of 12 drug influence evaluations while under the supervision of a DRE instructor; identifying subjects under the influence of three of the seven drug categories; and attaining a 75% toxicological confirmation rate. In addition, the student must maintain a progress log, rolling log and submit a quality resume. Finally, the student must pass a comprehensive final knowledge examination, and obtain the written endorsement of two certified DRE instructors. The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is the regulating and certifying organization for the DRE program. DRE certification is valid for two years. In order to maintain certification, DRE's must conduct a minimum of four evaluations within the two years, submit a rolling log and current resume, and attend eight hours of recertification training. How does a law enforcement officer in Florida become a DRE? The officer must make application to the State Coordinator, L. Bob Jacob (904) 620-4786. The officer must have completed the 24 hour NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Training and demonstrate proficiency in all tasks. The officer should have experience in detecting and arresting DUIs to include testimony in court. The officer will be required to obtain endorsement from the local Assistant States Attorney. The officer must also be recommended by another DRE and his department Chief or Sheriff. Applicants can also receive information from one of the Regional DRE Coordinators. *The DRE Program is free for Florida officers thanks to a grant from the Florida Department of Transportation. Regional Coordinators Region I TBA Region II Detective Chris Loyko Lake County Sheriffs Office cloyko@lcso.org Region III Sgt. Kyle Clark Naples Police Department kylejclark@earthlink.net Region IV Officer Robert Jenkins Miami Beach Police Department robertjenkins@miamibeachfl.gov The date for DRE School is yet to be determined. Download Application MEDICAL FOUNDATIONS OF VISUAL SYSTEM TESTING FOR DRES AND PROSECUTORS Many courts will not qualify a DRE as an expert unless he or she has received training from a medical professional. This course will provide the medical and scientific foundations of the various components of the DRE protocol, including the eye tests, vital signs and psychophysical and divided attention tasks. Common medical conditions, rule-outs and alternative explanations for observed signs will be discussed. The course will include numerous videos, classroom demonstrations and an alcohol workshop. This program is intended for officers who are Certified Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) and prosecutors who handle DUI and drug cases. Knowledge of the DRE protocol is required and active classroom participation is expected. You must bring your own DRE kits and prosecutors who do not have kits will be asked to share with the DREs. Topics Include: Anatomy and physiology of the eye and the central nervous system Development and control of eye responses Use and abuse of drugs Effects of drugs on the body, the eyes and perception Effects of medical and environmental conditions Testing of eye signs Legal aspects of testing at the traffic stop and the DRE evaluation Trial preparation Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course FLORIDA BREATH TEST CONFERENCE This conference is designed to update Breath Test Operators, Agency Inspectors and other law enforcement personnel on breath and blood testing issues in the State of Florida. Speakers will address recent court rulings related to breath and blood testing, changes to Florida's DUI Statutes and revisions to the Alcohol Testing Program's rules and forms. Download Course Flyer Check Course Schedule Register for this Course

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Arrest for Driving Under the Influence (DUI): General Information California Home DMV Home Page Online Services DMV Locations & Hours Publications Forms New Arrivals New to California? FAQs Site Map Title & Registration Information Vehicle Registration Boat Registration License and ID Card Information Driver License ID Cards Commercial License Vehicle Industry & Commercial Permits Special Plates Personalized Plates Disabled Placards Other Information Your DMV Records Other Services About DMV Contact Us Legal Notice and Disclaimer My CA This Site Arrest for Driving Under the Influence (DUI): General Information I've just been arrested for DUI. What happens now? At the time of my arrest, the officer confiscated my driver license. How do I get it back? The officer issued me an Order of Suspension and Temporary License. What am I supposed to do with this document? The Notice of Suspension that the officer gave me at the time of my arrest states I have ten days to request an administrative hearing. What is the purpose of this hearing and what can it do for me? How long will my driving privilege be suspended if I took the chemical test? Do I need a hearing to get a restricted driver license to go to and from work? The officer stated I refused to take a chemical test. What does this mean? How long will my driving privilege be suspended for not taking the chemical test? How is the DMV suspension or revocation for the DUI arrest different from the suspension or revocation following my conviction in criminal court? How can I find a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Program as ordered by the court? I've just been arrested for DUI. What happens now? The officer is required by law to immediately forward a copy of the completed notice of suspension or revocation form and any driver license taken into possession, with a sworn report to the DMV. The DMV automatically conducts an administrative review that includes an examination of the officer's report, the suspension or revocation order, and any test results. If the suspension or revocation is upheld during the administrative review, you may request a hearing to contest the suspension or revocation. You have the right to request a hearing from the DMV within 10 days of receipt of the suspension or revocation order. If the review shows there is no basis for the suspension or revocation, the action will be set aside. You will be notified by the DMV in writing only if the suspension or revocation is set aside following the administrative review. Back to Top of Page At the time of my arrest, the officer confiscated my driver license. How do I get it back? Your driver license will be returned to you at the end of the suspension or revocation, provided you pay (on or after January 1, 2003) a $125 reissue fee to the DMV and you file proof of financial responsibility. The reissue fee remains at $100 if you were under age 21 and were suspended under the Zero Tolerance Law pursuant to Vehicle Code §§23136, 13353.1, 13388, 13392. If it is determined that there is not a basis for the suspension or revocation, your driver license will be issued or returned to you. Back to Top of Page The officer issued me an Order of Suspension and Temporary License. What am I supposed to do with this document? You may drive for 30 days from the date the order of suspension or revocation was issued, provided you have been issued a California driver license and your driver license is not expired, or your driving privilege is not suspended or revoked for some other reason. Back to Top of Page The Notice of Suspension that the officer gave me at the time of my arrest states I have ten days to request an administrative hearing. What is the purpose of this hearing and what can it do for me? A hearing is your opportunity to show that the suspension or revocation is not justified. Back to Top of Page For how long will my driving privilege be suspended if I took the chemical test? If you are 21 years of age or older, took a blood or breath test, or (if applicable) a urine test, and the results showed 0.08% BAC or more: A first offense will result in a 4-month suspension. A second or subsequent offense within 7 years will result in a 1-year suspension. If you are under 21 year of age, took a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) test or other chemical test and results showed 0.01% BAC or more, your driving privilege will be suspended for 1 year. Back to Top of Page Do I need a hearing to get a restricted license to go to and from work? No. A request for a restricted license cannot be considered at the DMV hearing. You may apply for a restricted license to drive to and from work at any DMV field office. Back to Top of Page The officer stated I refused to take a chemical test. What does this mean? You are required by law to submit to a chemical test to determine the alcohol and/or drug content of your blood. You did not submit to or complete a blood or breath test after being requested to do so by a peace officer. As of January 1999, a urine test is no longer available unless: The officer suspects you were driving under the influence of drugs or a combination of drugs and alcohol, or Both the blood or breath tests are not available, or You are a hemophiliac, or You are taking anticoagulant medication in conjunction with a heart condition. Back to Top of Page How long will my driving privilege be suspended for not taking the chemical test? If you were 21 years of older at the time of arrest and you refused or failed to complete a blood or breath test, or (if applicable) a urine test: A first offense will result in a 1-year suspension. A second offense within 7 years will result in a 2-year revocation. A third or subsequent offense within 7 years will result in a 3-year revocation. If you were under 21 years of age at the time of being detained or arrested and you refused or failed to complete a PAS test or other chemical test: A first offense will result in a 1-year suspension. A second offense within 7 years will result in a 2-year revocation. A third or subsequent offense within 7 years will result in a 3-year revocation. Back to Top of Page How is the DMV suspension or revocation for the DUI arrest different from the suspension or revocation following my conviction in criminal court? The DMV suspension or revocation is an administrative action taken against your driving privilege only. The suspension or revocation following a conviction in court is a mandatory action for which jail, fine, or other criminal penalty can be imposed. Back to Top of Page © 2003 State of California. Conditions of Use Privacy Policy