When charged with a Second Offense DUI in Arizona, it is crucial to understand the serious implications and legal consequences involved. A Second DUI Offense carries extremely harsh penalties that can significantly impact your life. In Arizona, DUI laws are strict, and the penalties for a Second Offense can be lengthy and severe.
Facing a DUI in Arizona demands skilled Legal Counsel. At the Law Offices of Brian D. Sloan, you will find one of the most seasoned Second Offense DUI Lawyers in the state of Arizona, committed to securing the best possible outcome for your case.
What Is a Second DUI in AZ
In Arizona, a Second Offense DUI is defined as Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within seven years from a previous DUI, calculated from the date of arrest to the date of arrest. To be considered a Second Offense DUI in Arizona, the key conditions include the following:
- An arrest must have occurred for any kind of DUI offense, whether it involves drugs, medications, or alcohol.
- An individual must have a prior DUI conviction, with a date of arrest within seven years from the date of arrest in the present case, and the statute (law) for the DUI that the person was previously convicted under must match the Arizona DUI laws in effect at that time, if the DUI conviction was obtained outside of Arizona.
Understanding ARS §28-1381 for Second DUI in Arizona
This refers to the Arizona Revised Statute that deals with Second Offense Misdemeanor DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in Arizona. Given the stringent nature of Arizona’s DUI laws, a Second Offense is treated much more severe than a First Offense DUI, with stiffer penalties and harsher minimum Sentencing requirements.
Legal Blood Alcohol Limit
The specific Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for a Second-Offense DUI in Arizona is the same as for a First-Offense DUI, which is 0.08%. In Arizona, a BAC of 0.08% or higher is considered presumptively legally impaired when operating a motorized vehicle.
Penalties for Second-Time DUI Conviction in Arizona
The potential consequences for a Second Regular DUI sentence in Arizona are serious. They could include the following:
- 30 days to 6 months of jail time
- Fines & fees of around $3,500 minimum
- License Revocation
- Ignition Interlock Device (IID) for one year
- Alcohol Counseling & Possible Mothers Against Drunk Driving Class
- SR-22 High-Risk Insurance required
- Possible probation for up to five years
- Community service