Can You Be Sentenced To Jail For Speeding While Driving Under the Influence?
Yes. If you are caught speeding while driving under the influence, you can be sentenced to jail for a term of sixty days. The section that we will further explore is Vehicle Code 23582.
Additional Punishment
There are legal codes that can increase the punishment for breaking the law. These laws are known as enhancements. If you speed more than a certain limit while driving under the influence, your punishment can increase in severity. Therefore, if you drive while under the influence and drive faster than certain speed limits, you can be punished for the underlying crime and the enhancement under the law.
How Fast Does One Need to Drive To Trigger Jail Time?
If you are driving on the street, then you must drive twenty or more miles per hour over the posted speed limit. If you are driving on the freeway, then you can be sentenced to jail if you exceed the speed limit by 30 or more miles per hour.
Conclusion
If you are accused of a DUI and are facing a speed enhancement, please give the Law Offices of Mark A. Gallagher a call. Our firm has successfully handled many of these cases and we can help get the best possible outcome for your case. With over 20 years of experience, the Law Offices of Mark A. Gallagher has the expertise to help you with your legal matter. For your free consultation, please call our offices at 800-797-8406 or visit our website at https://www.socaldefenselawyers.com for more information.
