Arizona DUI Laws: Factors that Increase Punishments The punishments for DUIs can vary greatly from case to case, and there are several factors that contribute to the intensity of the charges for driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol in Arizona. Factors that may affect the severity of the charges include: The B.A.C. of the Driver The legal limit in Arizona is 0.08; a BAC of 0.15 or higher is considered an aggravated DUI and comes with higher penalties. Prior DUI Convictions Penalties continue to increase with each additional DUI conviction. If subsequent DUIs occur within a period
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Arizona DUI Laws: Factors that Increase Punishments
23 July 2012 by jacksonwhite | Aggravated DUI, Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Sentencing, Driver's License Restrictions, DUI | No CommentsWhat Sentences Will I Face if Convicted of a DUI in Arizona?
20 October 2011 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Offenses, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Driver's License Restrictions, DUI | No CommentsYour sentence depends on a couple of circumstances, like whether or not this is your first offense, or if your drunk-driving caused an accident or injury. In most instances, a DUI sentence will consist of a fine and some jail time. You may also temporarily lose your Arizona driver’s license and be required to enroll in a substance abuse program or facility. In addition, you can expect your auto insurance rates to skyrocket.
Can a DUI Arrest and Conviction in Arizona Negatively Impact My Driving Privileges?
7 October 2011 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Do I need an attorney?, Driver's License Restrictions, DUI | No CommentsYes. It is certainly true that in the state of Arizona, your ability to drive could be taken away due to a DUI arrest and conviction. Even without a conviction, just an arrest alone can prompt the MVD to suspend your Arizona license. You don’t even need a DUI conviction for the MVD to serve you with a license suspension notice.
Arizona DUI Consequences & How a DUI Conviction Can Affect Your Driver’s License
5 October 2011 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Offenses, Do I need an attorney?, Driver's License Restrictions, DUI | No CommentsNot only does an individual faced with a DUI charge have to go through criminal proceedings, they are also subjected to administrative
proceedings. This means that the MVD can suspend or revoke a person’s license in addition to the possible consequences included in the judge’s sentence. In some instances, a person’s license could be taken away for up to a year. This can cause a lot of stress for anyone living in a huge sprawling city like Phoenix, AZ.
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