30 days after a hard suspension for a first offense Vista DUI you are eligible for a restricted license if you can show proof of enrollment in an AB 541 alcohol treatment program, pay $125 reissue fee and show proof of insurance. This restricted license will allow you to drive to and from work or during the course of your employment as well as to and from an alcohol treatment program. Applying for a restricted license is much preferred to driving on a suspended license since the penalties of being caught driving on a suspended license are very serious.
A Vista DUI defense lawyer will be able to assist you in receiving a restricted license and will be able to assist you if you are caught driving on a suspended license. Again, it is never recommended to drive if your license has been suspended due to a Vista DUI. If you do get caught driving on a suspended license you could go to jail, have your car impounded for up to 30 days and have a myriad of fines.
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