**Arizona DUI laws are constantly being amended which means the following penalties may not be applicable in your case. We recommend that you call the law firm of Morrison Skupin, PLLC at 602-232-2000 to schedule a free consultation to ensure you receive accurate advice for your case. The following is a brief overview of current Arizona DUI laws.
First Offense DUI (Non-Extreme) BAC < .150
Jail Time: Minimum 10 days in jail with the possibility of 9 days being suspended if you complete a drug/alcohol assessment.
Fines & Costs: Minimum $250 fine plus 80% surcharge, $500 prison assessment fee, $500 DPS fee, jail costs, treatment costs, and probation fees (you may be placed on probation up to 5 years).
License Implications: 90 day suspension of your driving privileges, but you may be eligible for a work/school permit after the first 30 days of the suspension.
Ignition Interlock Device: Yes. For 1 year.
Other Possible Penalties: You may be ordered to perform community service and attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victims Impact Panel.
First Offense Extreme DUI (BAC .150 – .199)
Jail Time: You must serve a mandatory 30 days in jail with no days suspended.
Work Release: You may be eligible to be released for work up to 5 days per week at no more than 12 hours per day.
Fines & Costs: Minimum $250 fine plus 80% surcharge, $1,000 prison assessment fee, $1,000 DPS fee, $250 abatement fee, jail costs, treatment costs, probation fees (you may be placed on probation up to 5 years).
License Implications: 90 day suspension of your driving privileges, but you may be eligible for a work/school permit after the first 30 days of the suspension.
Ignition Interlock Device: Yes. For 1 year after your license is reinstated.
Other Possible Penalties: You may be ordered to attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victims Impact Panel and perform community service.
First Offense “Super Extreme” DUI (BAC .200 or higher)
Jail Time: You must serve a minimum of 45 days in jail.
Work Release: You may be eligible to be released for work up to 5 days per week at no more than 12 hours per day.
Fines & Costs: Minimum $500 fine plus 80% surcharge, $1,250 prison assessment fee, $1,250 DPS fee, $250 abatement fee, jail costs, treatment costs, probation fees (you may be placed on probation up to 5 years).
License Implications: 90 day suspension of your driving privileges, but you may be eligible for a work/school permit after the first 30 days of the suspension.
Ignition Interlock Device: Yes. For 18 months after your license is reinstated
Community Service: The court must impose a minimum of 30 hours of community service.
Other Possible Penalties: You may be ordered to attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victims Impact Panel.
Second Offense DUI (Non-Extreme) BAC < .15
You will be charged with a second offense DUI if it is within 7 years from the date of your first DUI conviction.
Jail Time: The minimum is 90 days in jail with the possibility of 60 being suspended if you complete a drug/alcohol assessment and classes. You may be eligible for home detention after the first 15 days depending on the court you are in.
Work Release: You may be eligible to be released for work up to 5 days per week at no more than 12 hours per day.
Fines & Costs: Minimum $250 fine plus 80% surcharge, $1,250 prison assessment fee, $250 abatement fee, jail costs, treatment costs, probation fees (you may be placed on probation up to 5 years).
License Implications: Your license will be revoked for 1 year. You are not eligible for a work permit and your license is not automatically reinstated.
Ignition Interlock Device: Yes. For 1 year after your license is reinstated.
Community Service: The court must impose a minimum of 30 hours of community service.
Other Possible Penalties: You may be ordered to attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victims Impact Panel.
Second Offense Extreme DUI (BAC .150 – .199)
Jail Time: You must serve a minimum of 120 days in jail with the possibility of having 60 days suspended.
Work Release: You may be eligible to be released for work up to 5 days per week at no more than 12 hours per day.
Fines & Costs: Minimum $500 fine plus 80% surcharge, $1,250 prison assessment fee, $1,250 DPS fee, $250 abatement fee, jail costs, treatment costs, probation fees (you may be placed on probation up to 5 years).
License Implications: Your license will be revoked for 1 year. You are not eligible for a work permit and your license is not automatically reinstated.
Ignition Interlock Device: Yes. For 18 months after your license is reinstated
Community Service: The court must impose a minimum of 30 hours of community service.
Other Possible Penalties: You may be ordered to attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victims Impact Panel.
Second Offense “Super Extreme ” DUI (BAC .200 or higher)
Jail Time: You will be sentenced to 180 days of jail. 90 days must be served consecutively and the remaining 90 can be served on a non-consecutive basis.
Work Release: You may be eligible to be released for work up to 5 days per week at no more than 12 hours per day.
Fines & Costs: Fines can total up to $4,000 plus jail costs which can add up to an additional $18,000Minimum $500 fine plus 80% surcharge, $1,250 prison assessment fee, $1,250 DPS fee, $250 abatement fee, jail costs, treatment costs, probation fees (you may be placed on probation up to 5 years).
License Implications: Your license will be revoked for 1 year. You are not eligible for a work permit and your license is not automatically reinstated.
Ignition Interlock Device: Yes. For 2 years after your license is reinstated
Community Service: The court must impose a minimum of 30 hours of community service.
Other Possible Penalties: You may be ordered to attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victims Impact Panel.
