If you are facing an Aggravated or Felony DUI, not only are you looking at a potential prison sentence, you will also be looking at a conviction that can be considered in any future charges that you may face.

Aggravated DUI – Passenger under 15

Arizona Revised Statutes 28-1383(A) (3)

A person is guilty of Aggravated DUI, a class 6 felony if the person gets convicted of a DUI and had a person under the age of 15 in the car.

First Offense Penalties (No prior felony convictions) for an Aggravated DUI – Passenger under 15 in Arizona:

The maximum sentence for a class 6 felony is 2 years in prison and a fine of $150,000. The penalties will substantially increase if a person has any previous felony conviction.

The minimum sentence for a first offense Aggravated DUI – Passenger Under 15 includes:

  • 10 days in jail 9 days suspended if alcohol/drug counseling is completed
  • Fines, fees and costs of approximately $4677.50
  • Driver’s license revocation
  • Ignition Interlock after license reinstatement
  • 8 points assessed against driver’s license
  • Attend traffic safety school

Other potential penalties:

  • Probation for up to 10 years
  • Monthly Probation fees
  • Community service
  • MADD Impact Panel
  • Jail costs
  • Increased Insurance Premiums
  • SR22 ( High Risk Insurance)
* The penalties will substantially increase if a person has any previous felony conviction.

Aggravated DUI

Arizona Revised Statutes 28-1383

A person is guilty of Aggravated DUI, a Class 4 felony if the person does any of the following:

  • Gets convicted of a DUI while his or her driver license is suspended or revoked
  • Gets convicted of a third DUI within a 7 year period
  • Gets convicted of a DUI while the person is required to have an ignition interlock device installed

First Offense Penalties (No prior felony convictions) for Aggravated DUI, a class 4 felony:

The maximum sentence for a class 4 felony is 3.75 years in prison and a fine of $150,000.

The minimum sentence for a first offense Aggravated DUI – A Class 4 Felony includes:

  • 4 months prison
  • Fines, fees and costs of approximately $4677.50
  • Driver’s license revocation
  • Ignition Interlock after license reinstatement
  • Mandatory counseling
  • 8 points assessed against driver’s license
  • Attend traffic safety school
  • SR22 ( High Risk Insurance)

Other potential penalties:

  • Probation for up to 10 years
  • Monthly Probation fees
  • Community service
  • MADD Impact Panel
  • Jail costs
  • Increased Insurance Premiums
*The penalties will substantially increase if a person has any previous felony conviction.

The penalties for Aggravated DUI are harsh. Get help from an experienced DUI attorney.  Contact the Law Offices of Robert A. Butler PLLC.  Call 602-266-8282 or request a consultation.