Thursday, July 31, 2008

Why it is important to find a DUI Attorney

DUI (Driving Under the Influence) is a serious offense and if you have been charged with a DUI or driving drunk you should seek legal help at once from a DUI attorney.

Each year, states enact stronger DUI laws and more severe drunk driving penalties. You could lose your driver's license, be placed in jail and fined substantial fees. Your car insurance rates may rise and you could end up with a criminal conviction on your record that could impact your future and your employment opportunities.

Arizona Driving Under the Influence Defense Attorneys

An extreme DUI charge will result in higher penalties if you are convicted. In Arizona, it is taken very seriously and that is why there are specific laws applying to it. At Beauchamp Law Office, our driving under the influence defense lawyers provide excellent legal resources to our clients facing any type of DUI charge. We will make every attempt to lower your charges or have your case dismissed. Our clients' rights are extremely important to us and we will do everything legally possible to protect them. As experienced DUI attorneys we can review the facts of your case during a free case consultation and provide answers to any questions that you may have.

Penalties for Extreme DUI
1st Offense Extreme DUI with a BAC of 0.15% to 0.19%


30 consecutive days and up to 6 months in jail
30 day vehicle impoundment
Ignition interlock device installed in vehicle for 12-18 months
$250 - $2500 in fines (plus surcharges)
90 days minimum driver's license suspension
Mandatory alcohol/drug screening and counseling
Community service
5 years probation

1st Offense Extreme DUI with a BAC of 0.20% or more

45 consecutive days and up to 6 months in jail
Mandatory alcohol/drug screening and counseling
Minimum $3,200 in fines (plus surcharges)
90 days minimum driver's license suspension
Ignition interlock device installed in vehicle for 18 months
Mandatory alcohol/drug screening and counseling
Community service
5 years probation
Minimum 30 day vehicle impoundment

2nd Offense Extreme DUI with 0.15% - 0.19% BAC

120 days to 6 months in jail (60 days of which are consecutive)
Over $3,500 in fines, plus surcharges
Up to 1 year driver's license revocation
Mandatory alcohol/drug screening and counseling
Minimum 30 hours of community service
5 years probation
Minimum 30 day vehicle impoundment
Ignition interlock device installed in vehicle for minimum of 12 months

2nd Offense Extreme DUI with 0.20% BAC or higher

120 days to 6 months in jail (60 days of which are consecutive)
Fines and costs exceeding $3,700
1 year license revocation and one year with no temporary license allowed
Ignition interlock device installed in vehicle for minimum 18 months
Mandatory alcohol/drug screening and counseling
5 years probation
Minimum 30 hours of community service
Minimum 30 day vehicle impoundment

3rd or 4th Offense DUI within 7 years with BAC over 0.15% is a Felony DUI and/or Aggravated
DUI

4 months to 6 years in a state prison (dependant on criminal history)
$5,500 to $150,000 in fines and surcharges
3 Year license revocation
Up to 10 Years probation
Mandatory alcohol/drug screening and counseling
Minimum 30 hours of community service
Minimum 30 day vehicle impoundment
Ignition interlock device installed in vehicle for minimum 18 months

Driving under the influence attorneys understand what it takes to aggressively defend our clients accused of extreme DUI in Phoenix and the surrounding areas in Arizona. You can expect to receive the personal care and dedication needed for your case. Contact a knowledgeable Phoenix DUI Attorney at Beauchamp Law Office to make sure that your future is protected. We provide DUI defense to clients in the cities and surrounding areas of Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale and Scottsdale, Arizona.

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