2012 has brought a huge number of changes to our DUI laws.
Home detention may be available after 20% of your sentence is served instead of the minimum 15 days that were required before January 1st.
Courts now have the ability to reduce jail to 20% of the entire sentence if you agree to continuous alcohol monitoring (an ankle or wrist bracelet that monitors your sweat for traces of alcohol).
These are just two of the major changes to the DUI laws. Now, more than ever, you need an experienced attorney to help navigate the complexities of dealing with a DUI charge.
Starting January 1st, 2012 you may no longer be eligible for a Jury Trial on a first offense, non-extreme DUI. It is critical that you have an attorney who is respected in your community and whose word is trusted by the Judge.
When dealing with a DUI there are a lot of terms and offenses that are thrown around, but how many people really understand what they all mean? Below you will find the answers you need to help you better understand what it means when you have been charged with a drunk driving offense.
Please call to discuss any specific questions: 623-847-7117. Each case is different.
MINIMUM PUNISHMENTS ALLOWED BY LAW IF YOU ARE CONVICTED OF DUI
| Offense | Jail Time | Fines | License | Substance Abuse Classes |
| 1st Offense Misdemeanor | All fines subject to surcharge of up to 83% | This process is largely governed by MVD | ||
| 28-1381A1 (Slightest Impairment) |
1 day minimum | $1480 | 90 days to 1 year, Ignition Interlock Required (breath test machine on Car) | Yes |
| 28-1381A2 (BAC of .08 or more) |
1 day minimum | $1480 | 90 days to 1 year, Ignition Interlock Required (breath test machine on Car) | Yes |
| 28-1382 – Extreme (BAC of .15/.20 or more) |
30 -45 days in jail, but judge can
suspend 21 days if you put a breath test machine on your car |
$2780 | 90 days to 1 year & Ignition Interlock Required (breath test machine on Car) | Yes |
| 2nd Offense Misdemeanor | ||||
| 28-1381A1 (Slightest Impairment) |
30 days in jail | $3,000+ | 1 Year revocation of license (may be eligible for an interlock restricted license
After 45 days). |
Yes |
| 28-1381A2 (BAC of .08 or more) |
30 days in jail | $3,000+ | 1 Year revocation of license (may be eligible for an interlock restricted license
after 45 days). |
Yes |
| 28-1382 – Extreme (BAC of .15/.20 or more) |
120 to 180 days | $750 to $2500 Plus $250 assessment |
1 Year revocation of license (may be eligible for an interlock restricted license
after 45 days). |
Yes |
|
1st Offense Felony |
Four (4) months in state PRISON | $750 or more | Up to 3 Years | Yes |
