When you are arrested for a DUI, you choose a breath test or blood test, and these tests are to be administered to you at no cost. However, many California hospitals are sending bills in the neighborhood of $300 to those persons that were arrested for DUI and elected the blood test.
1. Who has to pay for a California DUI blood draw?
The arresting agency is responsible for paying the blood draw fee, not the arrestee.
If a hospital sends you a bill for a blood test, it is illegal. If you ignore the bill, the hospital may send the matter to collections and then to the crediting reporting agencies. This may be a violation of your consumer rights.
2. How can a California DUI attorney help?
A skilled California DUI lawyer can help by explaining your rights and payment obligations regarding blood test fees.
Further, an attorney can help you fight a DUI charge and will explain the law that applies to your DUI case.
If you are arrested for DUI, you should immediately contact a California DUI attorney to protect your rights. (Learn more in our article about when California police can force DUI suspects to submit to blood draws.)
