Since Arizona has some of the toughest DUI laws in the nation, hiring an attorney with a history of successful DUI and criminal defense case results is essential. To go unrepresented during an Arizona DUI trial could result in a DUI conviction that haunts you for the rest of your life.
The typical lawyer in Arizona charges between $120 and $384 per hour. Costs vary depending on the type of lawyer, so review our lawyer rates table to find out the average cost to hire an attorney in Arizona.
A felony DUI can be reduced down to ARS 28-693 reckless driving charge. According to Arizona law, a DUI is not supposed to be dismissed, unless it is factually insufficient. Certain city courts in Arizona will not give a reckless driving in lieu of a DUI in any situation, and Phoenix is one of those courts.
First offense: You will be jailed for not less than 10 consecutive days and fined not less than $1,250. You will also be required to undergo alcohol screening/education/treatment and to equip any vehicle you operate with a certified ignition interlock device, and be ordered to perform community service.
Overview. A retainer fee can be any denomination that the attorney requests. It may be as low as $500 or as high as $5,000 or more. Some attorneys base retainer fees on their hourly rate multiplied by the number of hours that they anticipate your case will take.
Attorneys typically charge an average of $100 to $300 an hour, while a consultant may charge $50 to $150. No matter your profession, though, it's good to find a reasonable rate that works with your experience level and your success rate in the industry.
The overwhelming majority (90%) pleaded guilty instead, while the remaining 8% had their cases dismissed, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of data collected by the federal judiciary. So, based on the numbers, the likelihood of your DUI case going to trial is actually quite low.
Ultimately, in order for DUI charge in Arizona to be reduced, the blood alcohol content (BAC) and specific facts pertaining to your unique DUI or DWI case will be closely analyzed. Any facts that can be proven wrong, inaccurate, or insufficient in most cases will be automatically grounds for your case to be dismissed.
Like most states, Arizona categorizes levels of DUI. Standard DUI is a BAC (blood alcohol concentration) is 0.08 or higher, although commercial drivers receive DUI charges with a BAC over 0.04. Extreme DUI is a BAC of 0.15 or higher. Super Extreme DUI is a BAC of 0.20 or higher.
between $7000 to $11,000How much does a DUI Cost in Arizona? If you are charged with a DUI in Arizona, you should expect costs typically amount to anywhere between $7000 to $11,000 or more for a first-time regular DUI.
A first-offense DUI is class 1 misdemeanor in Arizona. Penalties include 10 days in jail, a 90-day license suspension, at least $1,250 in fines, an alcohol and drug screening, traffic school, and using an ignition interlock device for a year.
Arizona Misdemeanor DUI cases can take 2 months to over 1 year to resolve. Several factors can affect that time period.
Arizona’s DUI laws breakdown the fines and fees into payments to various funds, which total around $1500 for a first-time regular DUI offense ( Extreme and Supreme Extreme DUIs will be more expensive). Alcohol classes are also usually required, which can amount to roughly $500.
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When people are charged with a DUI in Arizona one of their first concerns is how can I pay for a quality DUI defense lawyer who will get me the best possible result? Another concern is, if I do retain a private lawyer exactly what would I be getting for my money
I offer affordable fees and reasonable payments plans individualized for each client’s ability to pay. I do not have mandatory set monthly payment amounts but rather work with each client so we can agree on a monthly plan that client can afford.
A second major concern clients have and should have is what is included in the fee agreement. Many lawyers charge an initial fee to take the case and another fee for a trial. In fact some even charge a trial fee, per each trial.
Arizona DUI charges are no joke. In fact, drinking and driving laws in Arizona are some of the toughest in the country. The cost of a DUI financially is steep. There will be DUI lawyers fees, alcohol abuse screening and treatment fees, DUI fines imposed by the court, and probation fees.
With all the costs associated with being charged with a DUI in Arizona, is a DUI lawyer another cost you really need? Yes! A DUI attorney is not a cost to skimp on. The law is complicated. It is why lawyers go to law school for 3 years and have to pass an extensive bar exam. Filing the wrong document or failing to take certain steps can ruin your case. Your liberty and future is at stake, and a lawyer is essential to help protect your constitutional and state rights. Hiring a DUI lawyer who represents clients in both the criminal and administrative courts is important because having the same DUI lawyer work on both aspects of your case can lead to better outcomes in both.
The fines for a first standard DUI in Arizona start at $1,480. The judge may use their discretion to fine you a higher amount than this, but this is the bare minimum you can expect. For an extreme DUI (BAC of .15-.19), the base fine is $3,000. For a super extreme DUI (BAC of .20 or more), the minimum amount you can expect to be fined is $3,250. When the driver already has a DUI conviction, the fine for their next DUI will start at $3,000. For a second extreme DUI, the minimum is $3,250, and increases to $4,250 for a super extreme.
One of the consequences of a DUI is a driver’s license suspension. The fees to reinstate your license after a suspension are some of the most affordable out of all the consequences of a DUI. There is a $10 reinstatement fee and the application fee ranges from $10-25.
Depending on the circumstances of your arrest, your vehicle will be impounded for 30 days after a DUI. You may incur expenses finding alternative transportation during this time. You will also need to pay to get your vehicle back. There is an administrative fee of $150 and the fee is $15 per day. So if you pick up your vehicle as soon as it is available, you will be paying $600. Your car will incur daily fees for 10 days after it is available, at which point the impound company can file for an abandoned title to the car.