{"id":21125,"date":"2023-04-05T16:14:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T23:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/?p=21125"},"modified":"2023-04-05T16:14:00","modified_gmt":"2023-04-05T23:14:00","slug":"dui-laws-ars-28-1381","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/blog\/dui-laws-ars-28-1381\/","title":{"rendered":"DUI Laws in Arizona: A.R.S. 28-1381"},"content":{"rendered":"

In Arizona, driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have stiff penalties, such as hefty fines, probation, and possibly a jail or prison sentence. A DUI refers to the offense of operating, driving, or having control of a vehicle while the person is impaired by drugs or alcohol. This differs from a \u201cdriving while intoxicated\u201d (DWI) charge which occurs when a person drives while impaired or intoxicated.<\/p>\n

Arizona law states that it is unlawful for any person who is intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs to drive or be in physical control of a vehicle. If you make the choice to drive under the influence and are stopped by the police, the punishment could be severe. Learn more about DUI laws in Arizona, the types of DUI charges, and what to do if you are charged with driving under the influence.<\/p>\n

How Does A.R.S. 28-1381 Define a DUI?<\/h2>\n

Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) \u00a7 28-1381<\/a> states that a person commits a DUI offense by:<\/p>\n