Rancho Cucamonga BUI Attorney

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) vs Boating Under the Influence (BUI) in California

In many ways, a DUI and a BUI are seen somewhat similarly in California State law. Most notably, a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% constitutes illegal intoxication for both offenses. Minors who indulge in alcoholic beverages before boating are also judged under more scrutiny – it only takes 0.01% BAC to be considered a drunk minor – just as in DUI cases.

Some aspects of a BUI that distinguish it from a DUI include:

Penalties: One conviction could include $1,000 in fines and a year in jail.
Chemical testing: If you refuse any chemical testing of a BUI, you might not have an automatic suspension of your license, but you will likely face stricter sentencing if ultimately convicted.
BAC Under 21: Minors with a BAC of 0.01% cannot use any sort of watercraft, including water skis, aquaplanes, jet skis, etc.
Priors: Any drug- or alcohol-related violation on your criminal record can be used to escalate your penalties in a BUI case.
License revocation: The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) can revoke your drivers' license just for being convicted of a BUI.

It is fairly common knowledge that driving under the influence (DUI) is illegal in all states, but not many people are aware of the rules regarding boating under the influence (BUI) charges. If you have been arrested for a BUI and are not sure where to even begin defending your rights, The Law Offices of Kirk Tarman & Associates are here to help you. It is important that you take action right away, as you might have as little as 10 days to react in some circumstances.

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