Arizona DUI Laws, Penalties, and License SuspensionArizona drunk driving laws have become more and more complicated and the penalties are more harsh that ever. The amount of alcohol a person can consume is becoming less and the effort to crack down on DUI's is rising. Most people arrested for drunk driving  have never been in trouble with the law before, this will be the first time they were handcuffed, put into the back of a police car, and tried by the state in court.
The DMV and court process is confusing and there is no room for even the slightest error. Knowing the laws, penalties, fees and process is extremely important. The biggest mistake you can make is assuming that you don't need to speak to a lawyer. DUIs are very complex and a lot is at stake. If you plead guilty to a DUI, your guilty. No reducing, no plea bargaining, just guilty. Give your case a change, talk to a lawyer. You can schedule a free, no obligation consultation with an attorney today by calling (877) 678-5640.
Arizona Laws
IThe following driving actions are illegal in the State of Arizona:
- Any combination of liquor, drugs or vapor releasing substances if the person is impaired to the slightest degree.
- An Alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more within 2 hours of driving.
- If the Vehicle is a Commercial motor vehicle that requires a commercial drivers license and the operator has an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or above.
- For a driver under the age of 21 years to operate or be in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while there is any spirituous liquor in the driver's body.
- A person driving with any illegal drug or the metabolite of any illegal drug in their body.
Arizona Penalties
First Drunk Driving Conviction
$450 fine ($250 + 80% surcharge) PLUS another $500 for a DUI Assessment and up to 10 days in jail. Drivers license will be suspended from 90-360 days depending on the circumstances.
Second Drunk Driving Conviction
$900 fine ($500 + 80% surcharge) PLUS another $1,250 for your 2nd DUI Assessment and up to 90 days in jail. Drivers license will be revoked for one year. You will also have to install (at your expense) a interlock ignition device in all of your vehicles. The vehicle will not start unless you blow into the device and prove that you have not consumed any alcohol.
Third Drunk Driving Conviction
$1350 fine ($750 + 80% surcharge) PLUS a $250 DUI assessment PLUS a $1500 aggravated DUI assessment. A third drunk driving conviction within 60 month of the first two DUI's is considered an "aggravated DUI" in Arizona. The violation of the aggravated DUI law is a felony punishable by 4 months in prison plus mandatory drug and alcohol screening. Mandatory attendance for counseling. Your driver's license will be revoked for 3 years and you will also have to install (at your expense) a interlock ignition device in all of your vehicles. The vehicle will not start unless you blow into the device and prove that you have not consumed any alcohol. Your car may be forfeited to the state and sold (The money goes to the state).
Extreme DUI
In Arizona there are specific laws and penalties for people who fall under the category of "Extreme DUI". A person is said to be an Extreme DUI if their blood alcohol concentration is 0.15 or higher within two hours of driving or being in actual control of a vehicle.
First Extreme DUI Conviction
$900 fine ($500 + 80% surcharge) PLUS another $250 for a "DUI Assessment" PLUS $1250 extreme DUI assessment. Your drivers license will be revoked for 1 year. You will also have to install (at your expense) a interlock ignition device in all of your vehicles. The vehicle will not start unless you blow into the device and prove that you have not consumed any alcohol.
Second Extreme DUI Conviction (Within 5 years of the first)
$450 fine ($250 + 80% surcharge) PLUS another $250 for a "DUI Assessment" PLUS $1000 extreme DUI assessment. Your drivers license will be suspended from 90 days to 1 year. You will also have to install (at your expense) a interlock ignition device in all of your vehicles. The vehicle will not start unless you blow into the device and prove that you have not consumed any alcohol.
Arizona Drivers License Issues
In Arizona, if your driver's license is suspended for a drunk driving offense, you will be required to obtain Arizona SR-22 insurance to have your drivers license reinstated. You will be required to carry SR22 insurance for 3 years from the date of suspension. Home > DUI > Penalties and Laws by State > Arizona DUI |
has some very strenuous drunk driving laws. A DUI can cost you your drivers license, it caries heavy fines and penalties, and can even put you in jail. Follow the link to find out more information:
