Super Extreme DUI
What is a Super Extreme DUI?
A Super Extreme DUI is the most serious misdemeanor DUI charge in Arizona. It applies when a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.20 or higher within two hours of operating a vehicle.
Arizona has some of the toughest DUI laws in the country, and a Super Extreme DUI conviction carries severe penalties that can significantly impact your life. If you have been charged, securing legal representation is essential to protecting your rights and minimizing consequences.
Penalties for a First-Time Super Extreme DUI in Arizona
A first-time Super Extreme DUI conviction carries:
- Fines and fees: Approximately $3,300
- Jail time: 45 days (31 days may be suspended with an ignition interlock device installation)
- Probation: Up to 5 years
- Ignition Interlock Device: Required for at least 18 months
- License suspension: 90 days to 1 year
- Mandatory alcohol abuse screening and classes
Penalties for a Second Super Extreme DUI in Arizona
A second Super Extreme DUI conviction within 7 years results in even harsher penalties:
- Fines and fees: Approximately $4,300
- Jail time: 180 days (90 days may be suspended with treatment)
- License revocation: 1 year
- Ignition Interlock Device: Required for at least 24 months
- Probation: Up to 5 years
Community service: 30 hours
Additional Consequences of a Super Extreme DUI Conviction
Beyond the legal penalties, a Super Extreme DUI conviction can have long-lasting consequences, including:
- Higher Insurance Premiums – A conviction can drastically increase auto insurance rates.
- Employment Challenges – Background checks may reveal a conviction, potentially impacting job opportunities.
- Professional Licensing Issues – Some industries, such as healthcare and commercial driving, impose strict penalties for DUI convictions.
Travel Restrictions – Certain countries, including Canada, may deny entry to those with DUI convictions.
How a DUI Lawyer Can Help
If you have been charged with a Super Extreme DUI, it is critical to act quickly. At R&R Law Group, we thoroughly analyze your case and build a strong defense strategy, including:
- Challenging BAC Testing Methods – Breath and blood tests must be properly administered and calibrated.
- Examining the Traffic Stop – Law enforcement must have had reasonable suspicion to pull you over.
- Investigating Violations of Rights – Failure to follow proper arrest procedures or read Miranda Rights may weaken the prosecution’s case.
Contact an Arizona Super Extreme DUI Lawyer Today
A Super Extreme DUI is a serious charge that requires an aggressive legal defense. Don’t face these penalties alone—get expert representation from the R&R Law Group to fight for the best possible outcome.
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