I received my third DUI in 2008. ... I have not yet finished my classes and am driving with no license but have insurance ..

Hello there, You should consult with an attorney in your area regarding obtaining an occupational license. You will need to have insurance and you will be limited to driving only for occupational purposes. Sincerely, Erick Platten

The answer from TX is completely demonstrating once again how dangerous it is to post in other jurisdictions. The change in the law is prospective only and your 2008 case would not be covered by it. We have no "occupational" license that would allow you to drive while suffering the DUI penalties. If your last DUI was in 2008, assuming it's a second, you would have already finished your two year suspension. If it was a third or worse the change in law still wouldn't help you.

I must agree with Mr. Kaman's observation regarding out-of-state lawyers giving advice as to California law. Oftentimes I cringe when I read responses from NY, NJ, TX or AK or any other jurisdiction which is NOT California. Each state's laws are specific to that state. A person receiving advice from someone not licensed to practice in California is receiving advice from someone who is essentially practicing without a license in our jurisdiction and is best advised to disregard the answer and follow up with an attorney licensed in California. Giving legal advice when not licensed by the State Bar of California is called the "Unauthorized Practice of Law" and is illegal. Below is a link to the prosecutor's manual on the Unauthorized Practice of Law Sorry to sound so harsh but the reality is that potentially erroneous advice harms the potential client. Practicing law (in any state) is a hard-won privilege fraught with very specific rules and regulations which are in place for a reason.