Phoenix Extreme DUI Lawyers

If your BAC (blood alcohol content) is 0.15% or higher at the time of your arrest, you can be charged with extreme DUI (driving under the influence). This type of DUI is very serious and will result in harsh penalties. It is a misdemeanor offense in Arizona and it involves 1st offense DUI , 2nd offense DUI and subsequent offenders. However, if you were to commit a 3rd offense DUI or higher with a BAC above 0.15%, you would be facing felony DUI and aggravated DUI charges in addition to the lesser misdemeanor offense of extreme DUI.

BAC is measured by breath and blood tests. If a breath test is performed, law enforcement will have you blow into a device called a breathalyzer in order to measure your breath alcohol content. If a blood test is performed, a sample of your blood will be taken in order to measure your BAC to determine if you fall into a regular DUI or an extreme DUI category. If you refuse to take these tests under the Implied consent law an officer can obtain permission from a judge to measure your BAC against your will. You may also face additional penalties.

Arizona Driving Under the Influence Defense Attorneys

In addition, in order to determine whether or not you may be under the influence of alcohol or drugs the officer may ask that you perform one or more of several field sobriety tests. These tests are highly disputable and are only about 65% accurate. You have the legal right to refuse these tests. You did not give any prior consent for law enforcement to perform field sobriety tests under Arizona’s Implied Consent Laws. If you have been arrested for extreme DUI it is crucial that you retain the legal advice of a Phoenix extreme DUI lawyer immediately!

The DUI defense attorneys at Beauchamp Law Office have been providing superior legal advice, guidance and representation to clients in the Phoenix area for over 17 years. They have an excellent reputation as hard-hitting criminal defense lawyers who have established a record of wins. At Beauchamp Law Office you can expect to receive a thorough commitment and dedication for your DUI defense case. You have legal rights and deserve to obtain a successful outcome for your case. At Beauchamp Law Office it is our goal to maintain your freedom and provide you with an outcome that you can be satisfied with in the long run.

If convicted of extreme DUI in Phoenix, Arizona you may face the following penalties:

1st Offense Extreme DUI: BAC of 0.15% to 0.19%

• 30 days to 6 months in jail
• Alcohol and drug screening/counseling
• Community service
• Vehicle impoundment for 30 days
• 12-18 month installation of Ignition Interlock Device
• Up to $2500 in fines and surcharges
• 5 Years probation
• Minimum 90 day driver’s license suspension

1st Offense Extreme DUI: BAC of 0.20% or Higher

• 45 days to 6 months in jail
• Alcohol and drug screening/counseling
• Community service
• Vehicle impoundment for 30 days
• 18 month installation of Ignition Interlock Device
• Over $3,200 in fines and surcharges
• 5 years probation
• 90 day minimum driver’s license suspension

2nd Offense Extreme DUI: BAC of 0.15% - 0.19%

• 60 consecutive days and up to 120 days to 6 months in jail
• Alcohol and drug screening/counseling
• Community service
• Minimum 30 day vehicle impoundment
• 12 month minimum Ignition Interlock Device
• Over $3,500 in fines and surcharges
• 5 years probation
• 1 year driver’s license revocation

2nd Offense Extreme DUI: BAC of 0.20% BAC or Higher

• 60 consecutive days and up to 120 days to 6 months in jail
• Alcohol and drug screening/counseling
• Community service
• 30 day or more impoundment of vehicle
• Minimum 18 month Ignition Interlock Device
• Over $3,700 in fines and surcharges
• 5 year probation
• 1 year license revocation with no temporary license allowed

You may also face further offenses depending on the circumstances of your arrest.  See our DUI penalty Chart for penalties that you may receive if convicted.

Beauchamp Law Office: Defending the Rights of Drivers throughout Phoenix, Arizona

At Beauchamp Law Office we can work to lessen the penalties you may face for your Phoenix DUI case by negotiating to have your extreme DUI charges lowered or dismissed. We can also assist with your MVD Hearing, which will need to be scheduled within 15 days of your arrest. DUI arrests should always be taken seriously because they can severely affect you for the rest of your life.

Do not become a victim of the criminal court system! Contact Beauchamp Law Office and speak to a qualified Phoenix extreme DUI defense lawyer today. At our firm, we help drivers arrested for driving under the influence in and around Glendale, Mesa, Scottsdale, Chandler and Phoenix, Arizona.

Arrested for extreme DUI in Arizona? Contact a Phoenix DUI attorney at our firm today!