Chandler Aggravated DUI Lawyer
Aggravated DUI ARS 28-1383 is a felony crime in Arizona with mandatory prison time for those who are convicted. Aggravated DUI is a much more serious offense than regular DUI or even Extreme DUI.
A person is guilty of aggravated driving or actual physical control while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs if the person does any of the following:
- Commits a violation of section 28-1381, section 28-1382 or this section while the person’s driver’s license or privilege to drive is suspended, canceled, revoked, or refused or while a restriction is placed on the person’s driver’s license or privilege to drive as a result of violating section 28-1381 or 28-1382 or under section 28-1385.
- Within a period of eighty-four months commits a third or subsequent violation of section 28-1381, section 28-1382 or this section or is convicted of a violation of section 28-1381, section 28-1382 or this section and has previously been convicted of any combination of convictions of section 28-1381, section 28-1382 or this section or acts in another jurisdiction that if committed in this state would be a violation of section 28-1381, section 28-1382, or this section.
- While a person under fifteen years of age is in the vehicle, commits a violation of either:
- While the person is ordered by the court or required pursuant to section 28-3319 by the department to equip any motor vehicle the person operates with a certified ignition interlock device, commits a violation of section 28-1381, section 28-1382, or this section.
- Commits a violation of section 28-1381, section 28-1382, or this section while driving the wrong way on a highway.
(a) Section 28-1381.
(b) Section 28-1382.
You could be charged with aggravated DUI if:
- You are arrested for your third DUI crime within a 7-year period.
- You are arrested for a DUI with a child under 15 years of age in your vehicle.
- You are arrested for a DUI while operating a vehicle without a mandated ignition interlock device present or operating a vehicle with an ignition interlock device that has been disabled or tampered with.
- You are arrested for a DUI while you are driving on a suspended, canceled, or revoked license.
An aggravated DUI is a serious felony offense. Depending on the circumstances, it could either be charged as a Class 4 or Class 6 Felony. Penalties for aggravated DUI in Arizona can be severe, so it’s important to consult with an experienced DUI attorney if you have been charged with aggravated DUI.
Penalties can include:
- A mandatory 4-month minimum prison sentence.
- A minimum fine of at least $4,000.
- A minimum 1-year driver’s license suspension.
The lawyers at the Attorneys for Freedom Law Firm have been representing people accused of DUI crimes for nearly 3 decades. If you have been arrested arising from any DUI-related crime prior to or during driving, obtaining a highly skilled attorney is critical. Our law firm has successfully represented countless people in both felony and misdemeanor DUI cases.
If you are facing aggravated DUI charges in Arizona, you should consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The Attorneys for Freedom Law Firm is dedicated to providing aggressive DUI defense and obtaining the best possible results for our clients. Our DUI defense specialists are experienced with all DUI-related matters. Contact the Attorneys for Freedom Law Firm or call our Chandler, Arizona office at 480-755-7110.
Arizona Office Address:
3185 S. Price Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85248
Phone: 480-755-7110
