City of Stockton, State and Federal Laws
Driving Under the Influence (23152a CVC)
3-5 years probation, fines ranging from $1400-$1800 (plus attorney fees), 6 months loss of drivers license, DUI school and minimum of 48 hours jail time, vehicle towed and storage charges and remains on driver’s record for ten years. Total costs can range $5000 plus.
Driving Under the Influence under 21 (23136 &23140 CVC) Drivers under 21 with a BAC of .01 or higher (one drink or less) can have their vehicles towed and driver's license suspended, and be sentenced to not less than 96 hours in jail nor more than six months, and completion of an alcohol program and three years probation. Total costs can range $5000 plus.
Open Container; Possession in Public (over 21) (25620 B&P)
Fines up to $250
Furnishing Alcoholic Beverage to a Minor (25658 B&P)
If you are identified as the source of alcohol to minors, you may be fined $1000.00 with an additional penalty of 24 hours of community service.
Attempted Purchase of Alcoholic Beverage by a Person Under 21 (25658.5 B&P)
Jail time and a minimum fine of $200
False Evidence of Age, Presenting or Possessing (25661 B&P)
The violator shall be punished by a fine of at least $250, no part of which shall be suspended. This violation requires a mandatory court appearance.
Possession of Alcoholic Beverage by Minor (25662 B&P)
Mandatory court appearance, driver's license suspension, fines up to $650, and proof of completion of a Youth Offender Program. If under 18, loss of driver’s license.
Public Intoxication (647(f) PC)
One day in jail with fines attached
Urinating in a Public Place (5-113 SMC)
$120 fine
Most of the above charges can be attached to permanent records which may be available to perspective employers for viewing.
