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Arizona DUI Defense
Arrested for DUI in Arizona? Don’t Let One Charge Change Your Future.
Arizona DUI charges can affect your license, your job, and your future in ways you may not expect. At BC Law Group, you speak directly with your attorney from day one. No sales staff. No intake department. At BC Law Group, you work directly with your attorney from day one through resolution of your case.
- Free Consultation
- Available 24/7
- Direct Attorney Access
- Statewide Arizona Defense
Why BC Law Group
The Right Attorney Makes All the Difference
Melissa Baugh and Sean Coll left large defense firms to build something different. There’s no intake department here, no salespeople, no legal factory. From your first call, you work directly with an experienced trial attorney who knows your case and fights for you personally.
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No Middleman. Ever.
You work directly with your attorney from day one — no intake staff, no handoffs, no paralegal filters. Your case gets the
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Available 24/7
DUI arrests don’t follow business hours. BC Law Group is available around the clock to answer urgent questions and begin building your defense immediately.
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Aggressive Representation
From challenging the legality of your stop to contesting breathalyzer and blood draw accuracy, our attorneys scrutinize every aspect of the prosecution’s case against you.
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Arizona-Wide Defense
BC Law Group defends clients throughout Arizona, with a primary focus on Maricopa and Pinal counties — Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Casa Grande, and the surrounding communities.
FORMER PROSECUTOR
Sean Coll prosecuted cases for the state before switching sides. He knows exactly how the other side builds its case — and where it’s vulnerable.
SE HABLA ESPAÑOL
Melissa Baugh is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Si el español es su idioma preferido, trabajará directamente con su abogada — sin necesidad de intérprete.
Arizona DUI Defense
We Defend All Arizona DUI Charges
Arizona’s DUI laws are among the strictest in the country. Regardless of the charge you are facing, BC Law Group has the experience to defend you.
- First-Time DUI
- Extreme DUI
- Super Extreme DUI
- Aggravated DUI (Felony)
- Drug DUI
- Underage DUI
What You Are Facing
Arizona DUI Penalties
The consequences of a DUI conviction extend far beyond the courtroom. Understanding what is at stake is the first step to protecting yourself.
- Mandatory jail time — even on a first offense
- Prison time for felony Aggravated DUI
- Substantial fines, court fees, and surcharges
- Driver's license suspension or revocation
- Mandatory ignition interlock device
- Required alcohol screening and treatment programs
- Probation and reporting requirements
- Permanent criminal record affecting employment and housing
- Increased insurance premiums for years
- Professional license consequences
The MVD Hearing Deadline
After a DUI arrest in Arizona, your driver’s license can be automatically suspended by the Motor Vehicle Division — separate from your criminal case. You have 30 days from your arrest to request an MVD hearing to challenge that suspension. If you miss that deadline, you lose your right to contest the administrative suspension entirely.
What to Expect
After a DUI Arrest: Your Next Steps
Personalized Defense
Contact us immediately — 24/7. Time-sensitive deadlines begin at arrest, including the 30-day MVD hearing request window.
Free Case Review
We review every detail of your case — the stop, the testing, the procedures — and explain your options clearly with no pressure.
MVD Hearing Request
We immediately file your MVD hearing request to protect your driving privileges while your criminal case proceeds.
Build Your Defense
Your attorney investigates evidence, identifies weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, and develops a tailored strategy.
Fight for Your Outcome
Whether through negotiation, pretrial motions, or trial, we pursue the best possible result — reduced charges, dismissal, or acquittal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Arizona DUI Questions Answered
What is the penalty for a first DUI offense in Arizona?
A first DUI offense carries a minimum of 10 consecutive days in jail (9 of which may be suspended upon completing alcohol screening), fines and fees exceeding $1500, a 90-day license suspension, mandatory alcohol education, and an ignition interlock device requirement. An experienced attorney may be able to challenge the charge or reduce these penalties.
What is the difference between Extreme DUI and Super Extreme DUI in Arizona?
Extreme DUI applies when your BAC is 0.15% or higher under A.R.S. 28-1382(A)(1). Super Extreme DUI applies at 0.20% or higher under A.R.S. 28-1382(A)(2). Both carry enhanced mandatory penalties significantly above standard DUI.
Can I refuse a breath or blood test in Arizona?
You can refuse, but the consequences are serious. Under Arizona’s implied consent law, refusing either a breath or blood test after a lawful DUI arrest results in an automatic one-year license suspension — and the refusal can be used against you in court. Both breath and blood results can also be challenged on technical grounds, including calibration errors, improper collection, or chain-of-custody failures.
Is a DUI a felony in Arizona?
Most first and second DUI offenses are Class 1 misdemeanors. Aggravated DUI is a felony and applies when driving on a suspended license, having a child under 15 in the vehicle, having two or more prior DUI convictions within 84 months, or operating a vehicle without a required ignition interlock device.
How long does a DUI stay on my record in Arizona?
A DUI conviction is a permanent criminal record entry in Arizona. For sentencing purposes, prior DUIs within 84 months count as prior offenses. You may be able to petition for a set-aside after completing your sentence, though the record itself is not erased.
How soon should I contact a DUI attorney after my arrest?
Immediately. You have only 30 days after your DUI arrest to request an MVD hearing and fight your license suspension. Missing this deadline forfeits that right. BC Law Group is available 24/7 — the sooner you call, the more options you have.
How soon should I contact a DUI attorney after my arrest?
Immediately. You have only 30 days after your DUI arrest to request an MVD hearing and fight your license suspension. Missing this deadline forfeits that right. BC Law Group is available 24/7 — the sooner you call, the more options you have.
You have 30 days after your DUI arrest to protect your driver’s license. Do not let that deadline pass.
What You Are Facing
Protect Your Rights. Start Your Defense Today.
A DUI charge in anywhere in Arizona is serious — but it is not the end. The right legal team makes the difference between a conviction and a dismissal. Contact BC Law Group now for a free, confidential consultation.
- Free and confidential case review
- Direct communication with your attorney
- Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Serving anywhere in Arizona
- No obligation — just honest answers
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