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Phoenix Aggravated DUI Lawyer

Arrested for Felony Drunk Driving?

In Arizona, an individual can be charged with aggravated DUI (driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs) when certain factors are present. These include cases in which an individual allegedly drives under the influence while his or her driver’s license is suspended/revoked, commits a third or subsequent DUI within a seven-year period, has a child who is 15 years old or younger in the vehicle at the time of the alleged DUI, or commits a DUI offense when an ignition interlock device (IID) has been installed on the vehicle.

Aggravated DUI is a felony in the state of Arizona, and the penalties for a conviction are harsh. You could be facing possible prison time, loss of your driver’s license, thousands of dollars in fines and fees, and mandatory IID installation on your vehicle. If you have been arrested for aggravated DUI in Phoenix or the surrounding areas, contact MayesTelles PLLC right away.

Call (602) 428-7104 or submit an online request form to get started with a confidential consultation.

Penalties for Aggravated DUI in Arizona

As previously mentioned, the penalties associated with an aggravated DUI conviction in the state of Arizona are harsh. They include:

Four months in prison (mandatory)
Up to 3.75 years in prison
Mandatory enrollment and attendance in Substance Abuse Screening and 36 Classes
Driver’s license suspension of three years
Ignition interlock device (IID) installed on your vehicle for two years
Thousands of dollars in associated fines, court costs, and fees

In addition, you will face higher auto insurance premiums, which will end up costing you immensely in the long-term. Because you face a mandatory minimum of four months in prison, you could also lose your job or student status. If you operate a commercial vehicle as part of your employment, you will be unable to do so for a number of years following an aggravated DUI conviction.

The damage to your reputation, finances, and freedom is immense. Don’t attempt to fight aggravated DUI charges on your own—reach out to the Phoenix aggravated DUI defense lawyers at MayesTelles PLLC right away.

Possible Defense to Aggravated DUI

If you have been arrested for or charged with aggravated DUI, there is still hope. At MayesTelles PLLC, we can help you understand your various options for possible defense to your charges.

Depending on your exact circumstances, possible defenses may include:

Questioning whether law enforcement violated your constitutional rights at any point during the initial traffic stop
Examining police procedure before, during, and after the arrest in order to determine if mistakes were made
Challenging the validity of the breath, blood, or other chemical tests used to determine your blood alcohol concentrate (BAC)
Determining whether field sobriety tests were used and, if so, if they were administered correctly and according to accepted standards
Identifying any unlawful or improper procedures involved in the arrest, such as an illegal sobriety check point or detainment

We have a proven track record of success in DUI cases, and our attorneys are prepared to assist you at every stage of the legal process. We work quickly and efficiently in our efforts to help our clients protect their driving privileges, preserve their freedom, and defend their rights.

Call (602) 428-7104 to request a consultation with a Phoenix aggravated DUI attorney at our firm.

DUI Client Charged with DUI
Client, GS, charged with DUI - sentence was reduced to reckless driving.
DUI Charges Dismissed
S.H., a MayesTelles client, charged with DUI in Chandler Municipal Court. Case result: All charges dismissed.
DUI Super Extreme DUI Charge
Our client, H.G., was charged with Super Extreme DUI and driving without a valid Arizona license. We were able to get the client's case dismissed. Location: Phoenix Municipal Court Case: State v. H.G.
DUI Client Charged With DUI
Our client, B.V., was charged with driving under the influence. We were able to get the client's DUI reduced to reckless driving. Location: Surprise Municipal Court Case: State v. B.V.
DUI Client Charged with 6 Counts of Aggravated DUI
Location: Maricopa County Superior Court Our client, R.G., was charged with six counts of aggravated driving under the influence. MayesTelles PLLC was able to get this entire case dismissed.
DUI Charges Reduced to Reckless Driving
Client RC was stopped by Mesa Police for a civil traffic violation and later charged with DUI, Extreme DUI, and Super Extreme DUI in a justice court. During the course of their representation, Mayes Telles attorneys discovered important inconsistencies in the police reports. When we presented these issues to the State, the prosecutor’s office agreed to drop all DUI charges in exchange for RC pleading guilty to an amended count of Reckless Driving, a class 2 misdemeanor.
DUI Client Charged with 4 Counts of Aggravated DUI
Client M.W. was charged with 4 counts of Aggravated DUI in the Maricopa County Superior Court in July 2016 for allegedly riding a motorized bicycle under the influence of alcohol. He faced significant prison time if convicted, faced an offer of 3 years in prison, and was not eligible for probation if convicted. The attorneys at MayesTelles demanded that the State include certain materials in their presentation to the grand jury resulting in the grand jury refusing to indict and the case being dismissed.
DUI Client Charged with DUI
Our client, A.R, was charged with 1 count of DUI and 1 count of Failure to Control Speed to Avoid a Collision. During extensive pre-trial investigation, it was discovered that the police made many errors in how they handled the case. We were able to get the client's charges reduced to reckless driving. Location: Glendale City Court
DUI Client Charged with Extreme DUI (>.20)
Our client was charged with extreme DUI with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of more than .20%. We were able to get the charge dismissed completely.
DUI Client Charged with DUI
Our client's Driving Under The Influence charge was reduced to reckless driving.

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