what's the difference between a DUI and a wet reckless?
I'm primarily interested in finding out what the different consequences are. Are there differences in the fines,alcohol/drug classes, insurance rates,points,loss of licence etc. ...
I'm primarily interested in finding out what the different consequences are. Are there differences in the fines,alcohol/drug classes, insurance rates,points,loss of licence etc.
If this is referring to California, it is the difference of the section charged. DUI is 23152(a) VC. Wet reckless is 23103.5 VC. With a wet reckless, you still have to go to alcohol classes. License suspension is completely separate from the court, it is something done by DMV. DMV can suspend your license even if you got off on the DUI.
By taking a wet reckless, it is stipulated that you were driving with an amount of alcohol in your blood. You don’t get a DUI on your record though, BUT if you get a second DUI later on, that wet reckless will count as a prior DUI for purposes of sentencing only.
Taking a wet reckless will be easier on you. Also, you still take responsibility for your actions, while not having to take the full brunt of it.
look at section 23103.5 in its entirety here: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/calaw.html (check the vehicle code box)