DUI APS Hearing California — Expert DMV Hearing Representation

DUI APS Hearing — Don't Lose Your License Without a Fight

A DUI arrest with a BAC of .08% or higher triggers an automatic Administrative Per Se (APS) action by the California DMV under Vehicle Code §13353.2. This is separate from your criminal case — and if you don't act within 10 days, your license is suspended automatically.

We're not a law firm. We're DMV hearing specialists who help you navigate this process — professionally and affordably.

What Is a DUI APS Hearing?

When you're arrested for DUI in California and your blood or breath test shows a BAC of .08% or higher, two separate legal processes begin:

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Criminal Court

Handles fines, probation, jail time. Requires an attorney. Can take months to resolve.

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DMV APS Hearing

Determines your driving privilege only. Does NOT require an attorney. Must be requested within 10 days.

The APS hearing is conducted by a DMV hearing officer — not a judge. The standard of proof is lower than criminal court, but the stakes for your daily life are just as high. Losing means a 4-month license suspension for a first offense, or 1 year for a second offense.

What's at Stake

1st DUI Offense

🚫 Suspension: 4 months
🔧 IID: 5 months optional
📚 Program: 3-month DUI program

2nd DUI Offense

🚫 Suspension: 1 year
🔧 IID: 12 months mandatory
📚 Program: 18-month DUI program

3rd+ DUI Offense

🚫 Suspension: 3 years
🔧 IID: 24 months mandatory
📚 Program: 30-month DUI program

What We Do For You

Our DUI APS hearing service covers every step — from the moment you call to the final hearing decision.

Request Your Hearing Within the 10-Day Window

We contact the DMV Driver Safety office on your behalf, formally request the APS hearing, and secure an extension of your temporary driving privilege until the hearing date.

Gather Evidence & Build Your Defense

We obtain the DS-367 form (officer's statement), maintenance logs for the breathalyzer device, blood sample chain of custody records, and any dashcam or bodycam footage available.

Identify Procedural & Technical Errors

We review every detail: Was the 15-minute observation period followed? Was the breathalyzer properly calibrated? Did the officer have probable cause for the stop? Was implied consent properly read?

Represent You at the Hearing

We attend your APS hearing (in-person or by phone), present your defense, cross-examine the arresting officer, and challenge the evidence against you.

Follow Up on the Decision

If we win, your suspension is set aside. If the decision goes against you, we advise on next steps including restricted license options and IID installation.

Professional Help Without Breaking the Bank

Attorneys typically charge $1,500–$5,000+ just for DMV hearing representation. We specialize exclusively in DMV hearings — no courtroom overhead, no billable hours for unrelated legal work. You get focused expertise at a fraction of the cost.

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Transparent Pricing

One flat fee quoted upfront. No surprises, no hourly billing, no hidden costs.

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DMV-Only Focus

We don't do criminal defense. 100% of our energy goes into winning your DMV hearing.

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Free Consultation

We evaluate your case at no cost and tell you honestly if we can help before you pay anything.