Administrative Per Se Hearings In Under 21 Cases

In any case where a minor has been arrested for a DUI, or has been cited by a police officer for driving with a measurable blood alcohol level, there can be substantial consequences through the DMV. In such matters, the DMV will seek to suspend the driver's license for a minimum period of one year, with no possibility to obtain a restricted license.

In this regard, the blood-alcohol concentration can be established by a preliminary alcohol screening device, a chemical breath test at a police station, or a blood test. At the DMV hearing, the attorneys at McGregor & Ernenwein will attack the basis for the traffic stop and the scientific foundation for the admissibility of whatever blood-alcohol test was given, and we will fight to have your license reinstated. If you are a minor who has been arrested for a DUI or DUI-related offense, call an experienced DUI attorney at McGregor & Ernenwein for a free consultation.

Critical need licenses

In cases where the license is suspended, the minor may be eligible for a "critical need" license. A "critical need" license may be granted by the DMV, allowing the minor to drive to and from school, and/or to and from work and in the course of employment. Our attorneys are familiar with the process of obtaining critical need licenses, and can assist you in filing the appropriate paperwork with the California DMV.