The courthouse handling Daly City DUI cases
Despite bordering San Francisco, Daly City is in San Mateo County and DUI cases are filed at the San Mateo County Superior Court, 400 County Center, Redwood City. See the San Mateo County DUI defense guide.
The DMV Driver Safety Office
The South San Francisco Driver Safety Office handles APS hearing requests for all San Mateo County DUI arrests, including Daly City. The 10-day deadline runs from the arrest date.
You have 10 calendar days from your arrest date to request an APS hearing. Missing this deadline means automatic license suspension beginning 30 days after arrest. Contact the applicable Driver Safety Office immediately or have an attorney request the hearing on your behalf.
Law enforcement and DUI enforcement patterns
Daly City PD enforces DUI throughout the city, including Mission Street, Geneva Avenue, and Junipero Serra Boulevard. CHP enforces on I-280 (the Junipero Serra Freeway) and I-380. Daly City’s density and proximity to San Francisco’s nightlife means significant late-night DUI traffic flows from SF into Daly City.
How local prosecutors handle DUI cases
Daly City DUI cases are prosecuted by the San Mateo County DA’s office. As the county’s largest city, Daly City contributes significant case volume. Consistent prosecution posture. Wet reckless reductions available.
After a Daly City DUI arrest: your immediate priorities
Request the DMV APS hearing within 10 days at the South San Francisco Driver Safety Office. Your arraignment will be in Redwood City.