In Scottsdale Arizona, you may face an aggravated DUI accusation if you are found to be driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs. The penalties for this significant infraction are harsh and may include up to two years in prison, fines, and a one-year license suspension. You may be required to perform community service and attend alcohol or drug education classes. The conviction also remains on your record permanently, which may make it challenging to get a job or a place to live in the future.

According to Scottsdale Arizona’s “aggravated” DUI legislation, a DUI violation may result in heavier penalties depending on the circumstances.

 DUI is an aggravated offense when:

•  The offender is driving while drunk if they have two prior DUI convictions within the previous 84 months (even if the prior offenses weren’t committed in Arizona), 
• Possess a suspended license as a result of a past DUI arrest, conviction, or refusal to submit to a chemical test
• Whenever a passenger in the car is under the age of 15
• After being instructed by a judge to only use an ignition interlock device when driving (IID).

Having a DUI Defense Lawyer On Your Side is Your Best Line of Defense

The best defense against any DUI charge has a DUI defense lawyer on your side. Our lawyers at Phoenix DUI Lawyers can explain the legal procedure to you, look over the evidence, and offer guidance to ensure you obtain the best result. Additionally, we can bargain with the prosecution to get the charges dropped or reduced.

Knowing that you have us on your side, fighting for your rights at every turn, will offer you peace of mind. Contact us right away to schedule a consultation so we can start defending you.