The Cost of First-Time DUI Convictions in Arizona

A person convicted of DUI in the state of Arizona may face a variety of very serious financial penalties. There are many expensive collateral costs associated with DUI convictions, but the criminal penalties can often provide the most direct of these costs. In particular, many collateral consequences involve conditions such as loss of rights for gun owners or loss of privileges for travelers. However, DUI financial penalties are universally applied for those convicted of this crime.

The penalties for a first-time DUI conviction in the state of Arizona can prove particularly harsh. These charges can bring potential jail time or required probation sentences. The financial penalties are particularly tough. An initial $250 fee is required as a basic fine. In addition to this, a convicted individual should expect to be charged $200 for a state surcharge, $500 for an additional state assessment, and another $500 for a prison construction assessment.

These punishments are not necessarily fixed amounts. In particular, the $250 basic fee may be adjusted by the court according to the circumstances of the crime. A person found guilty of particularly heinous driving activities may expect to pay a significantly higher sum. This is additionally true if the charge is considered a felony instead of a misdemeanor.

Legal Help If You Have Been Arrested

These costs can eventually grow to become financially significant for a convicted individual. If you have been charged with DUI, we may be able to help. To learn more, contact the Arizona DUI lawyers of Thompson & Volquardsen, P.C., by calling 602-510-9999 today.