California Enacts Tougher DUI Laws: What Victims Need to Know
California's new DUI laws impose harsher penalties. Learn how injured victims can still pursue civil claims for compensation despite criminal cases.
The new DUI laws signal a tougher stance on repeat offenders, but victims must act quickly to preserve their civil claims. Criminal convictions do not automatically compensate injured parties, and deadlines for filing civil suits and uninsured motorist claims are strict. Understanding the interplay between criminal proceedings and civil remedies is crucial for anyone hurt by a drunk or hit-and-run driver.
