DUI is referred to as when a drivers blood alcohol content reached or passed 0.08%. These drivers are called so because the level of alcohol content in their body can have a negative impact on their driving ability on the road. Those persons who have been charged for DUI in California, you should be aware of the criminal systems applicable to DUI California criminals. There are many different charges in California from having your license suspended to possible jail time. These penalties depend on the number of times a person is charged for this offense and the kind of charges. You can also be required to attend alcohol classes, pay fines, suspension of license, and even lose your auto insurance or even be required to pay higher premiums. The law can be stricter in cases where those DUI drivers have persons under the age of fourteen in the car and if they are driving beyond the speed limit required by law.