Question 1

I am new, what do I need to know?

Accepted Answer

After the date of your conviction, you have a certain number of days to enroll in a program. Failure to enroll on time will require you to return to the court of conviction and obtain a new court order. This can add to your court costs. Furthermore, if you do not enroll, the court system may issue a “failure to appear” arrest warrant.
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It is your responsibility to determine which program the DMV and/or Court is requiring.
If you have been referred by a court from a different county, or you are transferring in from another program you have 21 days from the date of referral to enroll.
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We do our best to accommodate same day walk-ins for participants whose deadline to enroll is pending but we cannot always guarantee counselor availability, so we advise you to call ahead.

Question 2

What happens after my arrest and conviction?

Accepted Answer

For Los Angeles County

Depending on which Los Angeles County Courthouse you have been convicted out of, following your arrest and conviction, the Court may send you to a PHI (Public Health Investigator) Office or to the clerk's desk to obtain further instruction. The PHI or clerk's desk will either give you a direct program referral or give you a list of programs to select from.
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For Orange County

After your arrest and conviction, the Court will refer you to the Orange County Health Care Agency website for a current list of programs to select from.

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Other Counties

Every County’s referral system may differ slightly.  Please call us at 714-429-9900 if you need assistance navigating the process from your individual County of Referral. 
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If you have been convicted by a court in Riverside County you will need to contact the Riverside County Impaired Driver Program (IDP) before we can enroll you.  You can contact them at (760) 863.8471 in Indio.  Be sure to provide them with your complete driving and criminal history and inform them of the specifics regarding your case (Blood Alcohol Content, date of arrest, refusal to test, etc.)

Question 3

How long is a DUI Program?

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It depends on how many DUIs you have, if someone was injured or killed, and how much you had to drink or use.

The judge will refer you to one of these programs:

Wet Reckless (SB-1176)
This is a 12-hour alcohol and drug education program for persons arrested with measurable amounts of alcohol in their blood, but below the DUI limit. Drivers, ages 18 to 20, who are convicted of DUI may also be ordered to a similar program under Penal Code 23140.

3 Month program (AB-541) *San Bernardino/Riverside will require 4 months
This is considered a first offender program for defendants with BAC levels in the lower end. It consists of 34 hours of drug/alcohol education, group counseling, face to face interviews and additional County requirements.

6 Month program (AB-762)
This is considered a first offender program for defendants with higher BAC levels. It consists of 48 hours of drug/alcohol education, group counseling, face to face interviews and additional County requirements.

9 Month program (AB-1353)
This is considered a first offender program for defendants with the highest BAC levels. It consists of 65 hours of drug/alcohol education, group counseling, face to face interviews and additional County requirements.

18 Month program (SB-38)
This is a multiple offender program. Defendants convicted for two or more DUIs, are typically ordered to this program on their second offense. 18-month multiple offender programs consist of 12 hours of alcohol and drug education, 52 hours of group counseling, biweekly individual interviews, and 6 hours of community reentry monitoring sessions. Additional hours may also be required by the County.

30 Month program (SB-1365)
This is a multiple offender program. Defendants convicted for three or more DUIs, are typically ordered to this program. 30-month multiple offender programs consist of 12 hours of alcohol and drug education, 78 hours of group counseling, a minimum of 39 biweekly individual interviews, up to 300 hours of community service, and re-entry monitoring.  Additional hours may also be required by the County.

For more information visit the California Department of Healthcare Services (http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/)or the California Department of Motor Vehicles.(https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/dl/driversafety/dsalcohol)

Question 4

How can I get my driver's license reinstated?

Accepted Answer

ABC Traffic Programs complies with Department of Motor Vehicles and court regulations concerning driver’s licenses. Upon enrollment, a proof of enrollment will be sent to the DMV electronically. At the end of the program, a completion certificate is also sent electronically to notify the DMV that you satisfied DUI program requirements.
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It can take between 24 and 72 hours for the DMV Mandatory Actions Unit to process an enrollment or completion certificate.

To notify the DMV of your enrollment and completion we need the following:
·       Driver’s License number or DMV X Number
·       Address
·       Violation date
·       Your Name (as it appears on your DMV issued ID)

Along with enrolling in our program, the DMV will also require that you provide proof of financial responsibility (SR-22) and pay a fee before reinstating a Driver’s License or granting a restricted license. In some instances, the DMV may require a mandatory suspension period before reissuing a license, your individual circumstances may vary depending on the specifics of your case.
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Click here to be taken to the Arrest for Driving Under the Influence DUI General Information (https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/driver-education-and-safety/dmv-safety-guidelines-actions/driving-under-the-influence/)webpage maintained by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. 
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The DMV requirements to reinstate a driver’s license vary from case to case. Some drivers may be required to install an ignition interlock device (IID). For more information on the status of your license please contact the DMV. The DMV Mandatory Actions Unit (MAU) in Sacramento handles driver’s license issues, they can be reached at (916) 657-6525.
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ABC Traffic Programs is licensed by the State of California. The DMV accepts completion certificates only from state licensed DUI programs. Most typical treatment programs are not authorized to provide DUI program services, and as such, cannot comply with DMV requirements.
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The California DMV does not accept enrollment/completion certificates from online DUI programs.
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If you are dismissed from the program the DMV will be notified and may re-suspend your driver’s license.

Question 5

I was convicted in a different state, can you help?

Accepted Answer

YES!

If you live in California and are convicted of a DUI in another state, you may be able to complete a California licensed DUI program to satisfy that court. Each case is different so please contact us to discuss your case. If you have an upcoming court date, be sure to ask what policies they have in place for those who live out of state.
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Because we are State Licensed and County approved and have been operating or over 45years , we have a good reputation with various out of state courts. We have a history of working with them to ensure your treatment or education program satisfies their requirements and can provide the court with all necessary documentation. If your out-of-state court is requiring a substance use evaluation, we can also help you acquire that service.

Question 6

What happens if I do not make an appointment for enrollment by the time stated by the court?

Accepted Answer

If your deadline to enroll is today, call us and ask about counselor availability.  We do our best to accommodate same day walk-ins for participants whose deadline to enroll is imminent.

You may have the option to go back to the court and request an extension or reinstatement order from the court clerk or the judge. Be prepared to pay an additional processing fee to the court.

Failure to enroll by the deadline you were given, may result in a failure to comply with probation, and a possible warrant for your arrest. Please contact your court of conviction immediately, for further assistance.

If you don’t see what you’re looking for, get in touch, and we will find out for you. 714.429.9900 info@abctraffic.com

If you don’t see what you’re looking for, get in touch, and we will find out for you.

714.429.9900
info@abctraffic.com