Tucson Aggravated DUI Lawyer

Defending Aggravated DUI Cases in Tucson, Arizona

Tucson Aggravated DUI Attorney

Driving Under the Influence is generally treated very seriously in Arizona, but there are certain aggravating factors that elevate a DUI charge to a felony, making it much more serious.  Aggravated DUI can be charged in a number of different scenarios, including being arrested for DUI: (1) while your driving privilege is suspended or revoked due to a prior DUI arrest, (2) for a third (or more) DUI offense within a 7 year period, (3) with a child under 15 in the car, (4) while failing to install a court ordered ignition interlock device, or tampering with/circumventing the device, or (5) while driving the wrong way on a highway.

It is important to note that an aggravated DUI can be charged even for a person's first DUI offense.  A person's subjective determination that they are sober enough to drive can be wrong in the eyes of the law, and result in very serious charges.  Additionally, certain prescription medications, while taken lawfully, can result in DUI and aggravated DUI charges.  For these reasons, otherwise faithfully law-abiding people find themselves arrested for DUI, even aggravated DUI.  If you or a loved one has been arrested for DUI or Aggravated DUI in Tucson, contact the Tucson Defenders now for a FREE CONSULTATION with a Tucson DUI Lawyer   520-585-5757.

The penalties for Aggravated DUI, a Class 4 Felony, are severe.  First time Aggravated DUI offenders face between 4 months and 3.75 years in Prison, while second time Aggravated DUI offenders face from 2.25 years to 7.5 years in prison; third time Aggravated DUI offenders face between 6 and 15 years.  In addition to incarceration, all felony offenses come with serious consequences, including loss of firearm rights, voting rights, most professional licenses, many employment/housing opportunities, and more.  Additionally, Aggravated DUI comes with high fines, driver's license suspensions (at least three years following release from prison), and installation of an ignition interlock device on your vehicle.

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DUI defense is technical, and requires a thorough understanding of Arizona's DUI laws, our constitutional protections to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures, the science behind DUI testing/field sobriety tests, and superb trial skills.  Prosecutors in Pima County aggressively prosecute Aggravated DUI cases, and defendants face a difficult road.  Having an attorney on your side who will zealously fight for you to get the best possible outcome is essential.  No attorney can guarantee you a particular outcome, but you should hire an attorney whose skills and experience you have confidence in, and whose advice and counsel you trust.  Contact the Tucson Defenders now for a FREE CONSULTATION with a Tucson DUI Lawyer.   520-585-5757.

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IF YOU OR A LOVED ONE HAS BEEN ARRESTED OR CHARGED WITH DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE, CONTACT THE TUCSON DEFENDERS NOW FOR A FREE CONSULTATION WITH A TUCSON DUI LAWYER AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY   520-585-5757.

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DUI Resources:
Pima County Law Library
NHTSA AZ Highway Safety Report
NHTSA Website
ADOT DUI Information
Alcoholics Anonymous

Tucson, AZ DUI Important Links:
Tucson City Court (Misdemeanors In City Limits)
Pima County Justice Court (Misdemeanors)
Pima County Superior Court (Felonies)
AZDPS DUI Enforcement Unit
Tucson Police Department