Phoenix Second DUI Offense Lawyer
Have You Been Charged with DUI for the Second Time?
Driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol is, like other crimes, more harshly penalized if you have been convicted of the same crime before. While a first DUI offense carries penalties ranging from thousands of dollars in fines, up to 10 days in jail, and a suspension of your license, a second DUI offense carries penalties that are exponentially worse. If you have been charged with DUI and you have a prior record, your freedom depends on the skills of a
Phoenix DUI lawyer. At the Suzuki Law Offices, our defense attorneys have handled thousands of criminal cases and have the insight, knowledge, and experience that you need.
Penalties for a Second DUI Offense
- Jail: 30 Days-1 Year
- License Suspension: 1 Year
- Court-Ordered Ignition Interlock Device
- Community Service: Minimum 30 Days
- Alcohol or Drug Treatment Program
- Fines: Minimum $500
In addition to these penalties, the court costs, alcohol classes or rehabilitation bills, probation and community service costs, lost wages from not being able to work, and the cost of the ignition interlock device add up to thousands of dollars, often more than $10,000.
Contact a DUI Defense Attorney in Phoenix
Having a second conviction on your record will make life exceedingly difficult once you are released from jail. Many people cannot miss a month of work and must find new employment, but have trouble because employers do not want to hire someone with two DUI convictions on their record. A second DUI conviction can also destroy families, trust, and relationships in the community. An attorney at our firm may be able to help you avoid these consequences.
Contact a Phoenix DUI Defense Attorney at our office to schedule your consultation and receive top-quality defense! |