Where DUI cases are heard in Los Angeles
DUI cases in Los Angeles are heard in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, at courthouses across the county.
Your license deadline in California
You can request a DMV hearing within 10 days of receiving the suspension or revocation order (California DMV: Driving under the influence).
| Situation | Suspension |
|---|
| Test at 0.08% or more, age 21+, first offense | 4-month suspension |
| Refused the chemical test, first offense | 1-year suspension |
| Under 21 with a BAC of 0.01% or more | 1-year suspension |
Sources and details: California DUI guide.
Charged with a DUI?Deadlines start at arrest. Get a free case review from a local DUI attorney.
What to do this week
- Find your suspension notice and the date on it.
- Request the license hearing in time, or talk to a DUI attorney who can.
- Write down what happened and keep it private.
- Note your court date and don't miss it: it's on your citation or bond paperwork.
Areas we cover around Los Angeles
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How long do I have to save my license after a DUI arrest in Los Angeles?
You can request a DMV hearing within 10 days of receiving the suspension or revocation order (California DMV: Driving under the influence).
Which court handles DUI cases in Los Angeles?
DUI cases in Los Angeles are heard in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, at courthouses across the county. Your citation or bond paperwork shows your court.
Do you cover areas near Los Angeles?
Yes. Requests are welcome from across Los Angeles County, including Downtown LA, Hollywood, Van Nuys, Koreatown, and nearby Santa Monica, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank.
How much does a DUI lawyer cost in Los Angeles?
It depends on the case and the court. Nationally, a Nolo reader survey found an average of $1,900 in attorney fees and expenses for a first-offense DUI (Nolo / DrivingLaws.org reader survey). Ask for a written quote.