DUI Information
FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions in Arizona DUI Cases
What is a DUI?
A DUI is considered as a criminal charge in Arizona. If you are found guilty, Arizona DUI becomes part of your permanent criminal record. In Arizona, regardless of the classification, DUI is a very serious crime.
Am I taken in to custody immediately if I lost my trial?
This depends on the conviction, if you are accused of a class 4 felony, you are taken into custody immediately and may have to spend a jail time of 4 months. If you are convicted of a misdemeanor, you can self-surrender yourself to jail on the date of your choice. This may not be more than 30 days after your conviction of Arizona DUI.
Can I be convicted of DUI even if I was not driving the vehicle?
This depends on your position in the vehicle that is where you were in relation to the car. If you had a present ability to move the vehicle you may be charged with Arizona DUI by virtue of being "in actual physical control" of the vehicle.
Can I expunge my Arizona DUI?
No. There is no such provision to the conviction removed from his criminal record in Arizona as per the Arizona Dui law.
Is my DUI a felony?
It is a misdemeanor unless you injure somebody or possess a suspended license at the time of your DUI or had two or more prior DUIs in the last 60 months or had a child in the car at the time of your Arizona DUI.
Is Extreme DUI a felony?
No. It is a misdemeanor same as regular Arizona DUI. There are major differences in potential penalties and the consequences
Can I refuse field-testing?
No, this is as per a recent decision taken by the Arizona Court of Appeals, Div 1.
Can I negotiate with the MVD regarding my license suspension?
No. Arizona MVD has nothing to do with suspensions and revocations for Arizona DUI.
When should I install an Ignition Interlock?
You need to do it once your driving privileges have been reinstated in accordance with the Arizona DUI law.
What is the price of an interlock ignition device?
Estimated 60$-80$ per month, depending on the specific company.
How long will the DUI on my record be seen by the insurance company?
Generally for 39 months.