DUI Penalties

All DUI offenses mandate jail, heavy fines, installation of an Ignition Interlock Device and drivers license consequences. The length of your jail sentence, amount of your fines and details of your other penalties depends on a large number of factors. These factors include the particular Scottsdale DUI offense of which you were convicted, your prior driving record, and whether the DUI is a felony or misdemeanor.

DUI law is complicated and its sentencing provisions are no exception. A knowledgeable lawyer like Joshua S. Davidson will sit down with you and take the time to explain exactly what you're facing, should you be convicted in court. Scottsdale DUI sentences can be classified into the following general categories:

• First time DUI offenses
• Second time DUI offenses
• Felony DUI offenses

Defending Your Rights

Your rights are very important and you must do everything you can to protect them if you have been charged with a drunk driving offense. With the help of an experienced and aggressive Scottsdale DUI attorney, you could be able to avoid such penalties as:

• Jail or prison time
• Extensive fines
• Loss of license (or restriction/suspension of license)
• Mandatory installation of ignition interlock device
• Misdemeanor or felony on your record
• Community service
• Probation
• Mandatory drug/alcohol treatment

It is also important to remember that penalties can be enhanced if you have a prior criminal record or prior DUI convictions. If you have been charged with drunk driving in Scottsdale, you owe it to yourself to speak with an attorney who could be able to help you to maximize your chances of receiving a positive outcome in your case.