DUI Types

DUI

Standard DUI (Driving Under the Influence)

A Standard DUI occurs when a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) is 0.08% or higher, or if the driver is impaired to the slightest degree by alcohol or drugs (including prescription drugs or marijuana).

Penalties for Standard DUI:

First Offense:

  • 24 to 48 hours of jail time (up to 10 days possible)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $1,500
  • Mandatory alcohol or drug screening
  • Possible driving privileges suspended for 90 days (with a restricted license available after 30 days)
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device (at the discretion of the judge)
  • Probation (up to 5 years)

Second Offense (within 7 years):

  • 30 days to 90 days in jail (can be suspended with certain conditions)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $3,000
  • License suspension for 12 months
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device for 1 year after license reinstatement
  • Probation for up to 5 years

Third Offense (within 7 years):

  • Up to 4 months in prison (mandatory)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $4,000
  • License revocation for 24 months
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device for 2 years following reinstatement
  • Probation for up to 5 years
esxtreme DUI

Extreme DUI

An Extreme DUI occurs when a driver’s BAC is 0.15% or higher but below 0.20%.

Penalties for Extreme DUI:

First Offense:

  • 30 days in jail (minimum 15 days)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $2,500
  • 90-day license suspension
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device for 12 months
  • Probation (up to 5 years)

Second Offense (within 7 years):

  • 120 days in jail (with a minimum of 60 days served)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $3,000
  • 1-year license suspension
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device for 1 year
  • Probation for up to 5 years
super extreme DUI

Super Extreme DUI

A Super Extreme DUI occurs when a driver’s BAC is 0.20% or higher.

Penalties for Super Extreme DUI:

First Offense:

  • 45 days in jail (can be reduced to 30 days with certain conditions)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $2,750
  • 90-day license suspension
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device for 18 months
  • Probation for up to 5 years

Second Offense (within 7 years):

  • 80 days in jail (with a minimum of 120 days served)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $3,750
  • 1-year license suspension
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device for 1 year
  • Probation for up to 5 years
aggravated DUI

Aggravated DUI

An Aggravated DUI occurs under specific circumstances, such as:

  • Driving under the influence with a suspended or revoked license
  • Committing a DUI offense with a child passenger under the age of 15
  • Third or subsequent DUI offense within 7 years

Penalties for Aggravated DUI:

Aggravated DUI with a suspended/revoked license:

  • 1 to 3 years in prison
  • Fines and fees totaling around $4,000
  • License revocation for 3 years
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device upon license reinstatement

Aggravated DUI with a child passenger (under 15 years old):

  • 1 to 3 years in prison (mandatory)
  • Fines and fees totaling around $4,000
  • 3-year license suspension
  • Ignition interlock device after license reinstatement

Third or subsequent DUI offenses within 7 years:

  • Minimum 4 months in prison
  • Fines and fees totaling around $4,000
  • License revocation for 2 years
  • Installation of an ignition interlock device for 2 years following reinstatement

Key Notes

  • Ignition Interlock Device: A device installed in a vehicle that requires the driver to blow into it before starting the car. If alcohol is detected, the car will not start.
  • License Suspension/Revocation: Arizona law mandates automatic license suspension for DUIs. In many cases, a restricted license can be granted to allow driving to work, school, or treatment programs.

The severity of DUI penalties increases with BAC level, prior convictions, and aggravating factors (like having a child passenger or driving with a revoked license). Courts also consider whether a defendant is eligible for alcohol education or treatment programs, which can sometimes reduce jail time. However, repeat offenses often result in harsher consequences.

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