DUI Classes

Adult DUI Programs
Our adult Driving Under the Influence Programs (DUIP) have provided services to thousands of Kern County residents over the years. Whether someone is a first offender who wishes only to get his or her license back, someone who has been convicted of reckless driving, or a multiple offender whose convictions may be the result of chronic substance use, every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We work to help each client achieve the goals he or she has established. You are not judged; instead we work to help you achieve success as you define it.

Minor DUI Programs
Throughout the years, DUI laws have become tougher. We pride ourselves on being the only program in Kern County currently providing Driving under the Influence services to those under 18. All our clients are referred by Probation and/or courts in Kern and other Counties. This is a critical population, as the earlier we help minors to stop problem behavior, the better the prognosis for them.

Programs:

Wet Reckless (23103.5 CVC)

  • Minimum of two months
  • 6 Educational sessions

First Offender Three Month Program

  • Minimum of three months duration
  • Includes 6 educational sessions
  • 9 group counseling sessions
  • Three one-on-one sessions

First Offender Six Month Program

  • Minimum of six months
  • 6 Educational Sessions
  • 16 Group Sessions
  • Four one-on-one sessions

First Offender Nine Month Program

  • Minimum of nine months
  • Includes 6 educational sessions
  • 24 group counseling sessions
  • Five one-on-one sessions

Multiple Offender Eighteen Month Program

  • Minimum of 18 months
  • 6 educational sessions
  • 26 group counseling sessions
  • 26 face-to-face sessions
  • 6 re-entry sessions during the last six months
  • Intake and exit interview sessions

FAQs: DUI Classes

Each program is established by Kern County, and each program has a specific cost. (Find the Programs section of our website.)

You will need to call the office ((661) 871-3353) to make an intake appointment. You can expect the appointment to take about 90 minutes. During this time, you will complete all required paperwork, receive your program contract, rules and regulations, and identify your goals. You will learn about the program you will be taking, and what your role is in that process.

STEPS will conduct an assessment on out-of-state clients, and contact the referral agency to insure that the client receives what is needed. We routinely work with other state agencies throughout the country.

No, we have payment options for you. We take cash, money orders, and most credit and debit cards.

You will need your court referral or an H-6 DMV printout. You may get the H-6 at the DMV for a cost of $5.00.

No, the State does not allow you to finish a program earlier than its designated length. If you do miss groups or classes, however, you can make them up.

STEPS, Inc. is a state of California licensed Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) Program. The license allows STEPS, Inc. to provide different levels of programs both in English and Spanish throughout Kern County. STEPS, Inc. has been in business serving the residents of Kern County since 1964. As a state of California licensed Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) Program, STEPS, Inc. can provide programs to residents ordered by the court or referred by the DMV to attend because of a conviction for driving under the influence.

State of California Department of Health Care Services: Number 150079AN.

“In this program, I have been treated with dignity, respect and understanding. The staff are excellent and the classrooms feel very safe. I have been able to hear stories from people of all walks of life and have been able to share all the feelings I have kept bottled up for a long time. This is a great program that I’d recommend to anyone struggling with substance abuse.”

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