California Car / Permit practice question · Alcohol & Drugs
A first-time DUI conviction for a driver 21 or older in California can result in:
Answer choices
- Fines, possible jail, a DUI program, and license suspension— Correct answer
- A warning with no real penalty
- Only a small fixed fine
- Points being removed from your record
Why this is the answer
A DUI conviction brings serious penalties: DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege for a year, and you must finish a DUI program. You may also be fined and sentenced to up to six months in jail, and your vehicle may be impounded. A first offense does not get just a warning or a small fine.
Source: California Driver Handbook — DUI Penalties
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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