DUI v. Wet Reckless – California Vehicle Code 23152
Orange County DUI Defense Lawyer
A wet reckless is a reduced charge from a DUI. A wet reckless can only be offered by the prosecutors in a plea bargain. An arresting officer cannot cite you for a wet reckless.
People charged with a DUI often hope for a wet reckless. A wet reckless may not be much of an improvement from a DUI conviction. The one benefit of a wet reckless is that it may save you money in total fees. Also, the class you are ordered to go to is shorter than a DUI class.
The downfall of a wet reckless conviction is that it is still considered a DUI by most entities that matter. You still receive points on your driving record. The DMV can still suspend your license and treat your arrest as a DUI. Your insurance company treats it the same as a DUI. You will still be put on probation with the same terms as if you received a DUI.
The most important thing to know about a wet reckless conviction is that if you are convicted of a subsequent DUI within 10 years, your wet reckless conviction will be counted as a DUI in the court’s eyes. This means that the court will count your wet reckless conviction as your first DUI and your new DUI charge will be considered your 2nd DUI.
If you were arrested for driving under the influence, consult with an experienced Orange County DUI Defense attorney. At the Law Offices of Nam Q. Doan | OC Legal Defense, I can explain to you your options when facing a DUI and fight for you in trial. Call today at (714)248-DOAN(3626) and visit www.OCLegalDefense.com and read the DUI section for more information.
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