Extreme DUI and Super Extreme DUI Levels in Arizona
In Arizona, anyone driving with a blood alcohol level (BAC) of at least .08 can be charged with a DUI. However, Arizona recognizes additional DUI classifications, with corresponding penalties, for those found to have even higher levels of impairment than for a regular DUI.
According to A.R.S. 28-1382, DUI’s can be classified as “extreme” or “super extreme,” both of which are class 1 misdemeanors.
Extreme DUI
While charges for a regular DUI can begin at a BAC of .08, an individual can be charged with an extreme DUI if they have a BAC of between .15 and .20. Penalties of a conviction will sentence the offender to:
- Serve not less than 30 days in jail.
- Pay a fine of at least $250.
- Pay assessments totaling $2250.
- Possible order to perform community restitution.
- Equip their vehicle with a certified ignition interlock device.
- Attend Traffic Survival School.
Super Extreme DUI
A super extreme DUI is classified as one in which the driver has a BAC of .20 or higher. Penalties of a conviction will sentence the offender to:
- Serve not less than 45 days in jails.
- Pay a fine of at last $500.
- Pay assessments totaling $2250.
- Possible order to perform community restitution.
- Equip their vehicle with a certified ignition interlock device.
- Attend Traffic Survival School.
Additional Extreme DUI Convictions
An individual charged with an extreme DUI within 84 months of an addition DUI conviction of any sort can be sentenced to:
- Serve 120 days in jail.
- Pay a fine of at least $500.
- Pay assessments totaling $2750.
- Perform thirty hours of community restitution.
- Have their driving privileges revoked for one year.
- Equip their vehicle with a certified ignition interlock device.
- Complete Traffic Survival School.
Additional Super Extreme DUI Convictions
An individual charged with a super extreme DUI within 84 months of an addition DUI conviction of any sort can be sentenced to:
- Serve 180 days in jail.
- Pay a fine of at least $1000.
- Pay assessments totaling $2750.
- Performing thirty hours of community restitution.
- Have their driving privileges revoked for one year.
- Equip their vehicle with a certified ignition interlock device.
- Complete Traffic Survival School.
The Arizona Department of Transportation will also assess points against the driving record of anyone convicted of a DUI, which can ultimately lead to a revocation of driving privileges. To understand the ADOT points system, visit our article.
Arizona has an Implied Consent Law, meaning that anyone who is licensed to drive in the state automatically gives consent to have their blood alcohol concentration or drug content (BADC) tested if they are arrested for a suspected DUI, as explained by the Arizona Department of Transportation.
If you are being pulled over by law enforcement for a suspected DUI, follow Rideout Law Group’s tips to handle the situation in a manner that keeps you safe and protects your rights.
A DUI conviction can significantly hamper anyone’s life. If you have been charged with a DUI, contact Rideout Law Group immediately to build your best defense. Our attorneys are extremely experienced in favorably handling DUI cases and ADOT hearings across the state of Arizona.
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