If you need an Arizona DUI Attorney, you should know that we have former DUI prosecutors with extensive practice in Arizona Attorney's Offices, Thant used to prosecute people charged with DUI's. They now use what they have learned as a prosecutor to benefit their clients. We also employ creative defense tactics and keep on top of the latest DUI defense strategies. For example, We have developed a network of experts to assist with challenging blood alcohol readings and the validity of field sobriety tests such as the HGN “eye” test.
Many people don’t realize it, but those charged with a DUI or driving while intoxicated (DWI) are sometimes also charged with additional crimes such as reckless driving, or aggravated DUI and other vehicular crimes requiring the legal representation of an experienced DUI attorney.
We have skilled Arizona DUI attorneys who understands the need for a lawyer for those that are charged with DUI or driving while intoxicated (DWI). If you are looking for a Arizona DUI lawyer and don’t know which Arizona DUI attorney to turn too, or if you have been charged with a vehicular crime, such as vehicular manslaughter, reckless driving, or leaving the scene of an accident, We will be dedicated to fulfill your required services.
Arizona DUI Fines & Sentencing
When faced with an Arizona DUI arrest and/or conviction, there are a number of issues to consider: Will you have to serve jail time? If so, for how long? Or is probation a possibility? What will you owe in fines? Will your license be suspended, and for how long? Will you have to go to a DUI school or do community service? Here are the basic laws regarding Arizona DUI fines and sentencing.
First Arizona DUI Offense:
Criminal Status: Class 1 misdemeanor. Aggravated DUI elevates criminal status to a felony. An aggravated DUI is a DUI (impaired, per se or extreme) that is committed: (1) on a suspended, revoked or canceled license; (2) a third DUI offense in 5 years; or (3) while a person under 15 is in the vehicle.
Jail: DUI: 1-10 days. Extreme DUI: 10-30 days. Aggravated DUI: Terms in prison vary depending on violation.
Arizona DUI Fines/Costs: Minimum $250 (plus $500 for the prison construction fund and $500 for the state general fund).
-Extreme DUI: Minimum $250 (plus $250 DUI assessment, $1,000 for the prison construction fund, and another $1000 for the state general fund)
-Aggravated DUI: Minimum $750 (plus $250 DUI assessment and $1,500 for the prison construction fund and $1,500 for the state general fund).
Jail costs: An 80% surcharge on the base fine is levied on each DUI offense.
Arizona License Suspension: DUI: 90 days. Extreme DUI: 1 year. If aggravated DUI, license revoked for 3 years.
Arizona Probation: DUI: Up to 5 years (informal, may not be supervised). Aggravated DUI: 10 years.
Vehicle Impound: Yes, for extreme DUI and aggravated DUI.
Arizona Alcohol Screening/Education Treatment: Mandatory for aggravated DUI. Possible for other DUI offenses.
Arizona Ignition Interlock Device: Required for extreme and aggravated DUI.
Community Service: May be ordered to perform community service.
Second Arizona DUI Offense Plus:
Criminal Status: Class 1 misdemeanor.
Jail: DUI: 30-90 days. For extreme DUI, 60-120 days. For aggravated DUI, maximum 2 year prison term.
Arizona DUI Fines/Costs: Minimum $500 (plus $1,250 for the prison construction and operations fund and $1,250 for the general fund).
-- Extreme DUI, a base fine of $500, plus additional assessments of $250 for prison construction and operations fund and $1250 for general fund.
Jail costs: An 80% surcharge on the base fine is levied on each DUI offense.
Arizona License Revocation: 1 year revocation both DUI and extreme DUI levels. For aggravated DUI, 3 years revocation.
Vehicle Impound: If driving privilege is suspended, yes.
Vehicle Forfeiture: Yes for aggravated DUIs.
Arizona Probation: Up to 5 years (informal, may not be supervised), 10 years for aggravated DUI.
Arizona Alcohol Screening/Education and Treatment: Yes.
Arizona Ignition Interlock Device: Required for all three offenses.
Community Service: May be ordered to perform community service.
Other:
Commercial Vehicle: BAC limit for drivers of commercial vehicles is 0.04.
Under Age: 21
Arizona DUI Insurance Consequences: Link to FA Insurance site.
Arizona Open Container Laws: Yes. Driver/passenger.
Driver Responsibility Tax: No.
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Top DUI/DWI Mistakes
* Not taking the charges seriously. In nearly every state, DUI/DWI is a serious criminal charge. It can be a criminal misdemeanor or felony and can result in jail or prison time and a permanent criminal record.
* Not talking with a DUI defense attorney. Many people fail to realize that there is something wrong with their case because they plead guilty without hiring a DWI lawyer.
* Hiring the cheapest attorney around. Good attorneys are not cheap, and most cheap attorneys inexpensive for a reason. Your DUI charge is the rainy day that you have been saving for (or should borrow for).
* Not showing up for court. Ignoring a criminal case like a DWI will not make it go away. In fact, it could result in a warrant for your arrest, a suspended license, and, in some states, additional criminal charges for failing to appear.
* Not exercising your rights. You have the right to an attorney. Use it. You have the right to remain silent. Use it too. You have the right to plead not guilty. Don't waive it without the advice of an experienced DUI defense lawyer protecting your best interests.
* Listening to non-attorneys about your case. Just because somebody has managed to get himself or herself in trouble before does not make them an expert on DUI and criminal law. Many people sabotage their cases and their chances by listening to "jailhouse lawyers," and friends who have been through it before. Your friend may have had a root canal, but that does not make him a dentist, right?
* Missing the deadline for a license hearing. In most states, following a drunk driving arrest, your license will go into suspension after a certain number of days unless you or your attorney requests a DMV hearing. If you blow the deadline no amount of begging or wishful thinking can save your license. Act before it is too late.
* Not taking an out-of-state DUI arrest seriously. A lot of people get arrested and charged with crimes, including DWI, while on business or vacation. It is tempting to go home and forget about it. Don't do it because it many cases you could be arrested and extradited back to the state where you were arrested, and/or a hold can be placed on your license until you take care of it. It is common for people who "ran" to have to deal with a DUI that is 10 years old when they realize that the statute of limitations usually does not apply when you are a fugitive and that they are unemployable, uninsurable and without a valid license.
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