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California Vehicle Codes - Explained

Below are the California Vehicle Codes, explained. Information will be updated consistently and more frequently asked questions will be answered as they come to our attention. Read through to learn how the law works, and how Chris Cain can defend you when you run into trouble.

VC 23152: Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
VC 23153: DUI Causing Injury
- What are the penalties for VC 25153 in Monterey?
- What are the penalties for VC 25153 in Salinas?

VC 23103.5: “Wet Reckless”
- What is a ‘Wet Reckless’?
- Should I consider a ‘Wet Reckless’ plea in Salinas?

VC 23572: Enhanced DUI Penalties for Having a Minor Passenger
- What are the penalties for getting a DUI with a minor in the car?
- How can I fight a VC 23572 charge in Salinas?

VC 23578: Aggravating Factors for High BAC
- Are there additional DUI penalties for higher BAC?

VC 23140: Underage DUI
- What if I get a DUI and I’m under 21?
- How do I fight Underage DUI charges in Salinas?

VC 23136: Underage Zero Tolerance Law
- Will I lose my license for underage drinking and driving?

VC 23103: Reckless Driving
- What are the reckless driving penalties in Monterey?

VC 23109: Speed Contests (Street Racing)
- What is the punishment for street racing in Monterey?

VC 23154: DUI Probation Violation
- How to defend against a DUI probation violation in Monterey?

VC 23247: Driving Without an Ignition Interlock Device (IID)
- What is the penalty for driving without an IID in Monterey?

VC 23123: Hands-Free Device Law
- What is the penalty for texting and driving in Monterey?

VC 20: False Statement to DMV
- VC 20 violation: What are the consequences?

VC 21651: Driving on the Wrong Side of a Divided Highway
- What are the punishments for driving on the wrong side of a divided highway?

VC 14601: Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License
- What are the consequences for driving on a suspended license in Monterey?

VC 22651: Vehicle Impoundment
- My vehicle was impounded in Monterey: What next?
VC 4463: Fraudulent Registration or Plates
- What are examples of VC 4463 Violations, and what are the penalties?
VC 12500: Driving Without a Valid License
- What is VC 12500 and what are the penalties?
- Can I get charged under VC 12500 with an out-of-state license?
VC 21453: Running a Red Light
- How do I fight a red light ticket?
VC 22108: Turn Signal Requirement
- How do I fight a VC 22108 ticket in Monterey County?

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California Vehicle Codes - Explained

VC 23152: Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

VC 23153: DUI Causing Injury

VC 23103.5: “Wet Reckless”

VC 23572: Enhanced DUI Penalties for Having a Minor Passenger

VC 23578: Aggravating Factors for High BAC

VC 23140: Underage DUI

VC 23136: Underage Zero Tolerance Law

VC 23103: Reckless Driving

VC 23109: Speed Contests (Street Racing)

VC 23154: DUI Probation Violation

VC 23247: Driving Without an Ignition Interlock Device (IID)

VC 23123: Hands-Free Device Law

VC 20: False Statement to DMV

VC 21651: Driving on the Wrong Side of a Divided Highway

VC 14601: Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License

VC 22651: Vehicle Impoundment

VC 4463: Fraudulent Registration or Plates

VC 12500: Driving Without a Valid License

VC 21453: Running a Red Light

VC 22108: Turn Signal Requirement

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