Tucson Drunk Driving Accident
Are Penalties for a Tucson DUI Different if an Accident is Involved?
Driving while under the influence is a major offense in Arizona. If you are intoxicated and involved in an accident where someone is injured or killed, the penalties increase drastically. Facing a DUI charge can be unsettling. However, being in accident while under the influence can be especially upsetting. If you are charged with a DUI and you have also been involved in an accident, you must hire a drunk driving attorney.
Causing a traffic accident while under the influence is considered a felony crime in Arizona and you should seek the assistance of an experienced Tucson DUI lawyer. The attorneys at Nesci & St. Louis have the skill, determination, and knowledge to help you fight the charges you face. Contact us today and speak to one of our talented lawyers.
Penalties for a DUI if an accident is involved
You are charged with a felony DUI if it is your DUI third offense in seven years, the DUI occurred while transporting a child under 15 years old, or you were involved in a serious accident causing injury or death. Following are the penalties for being involved in an accident while intoxicated:
- You are required to serve a mandatory of four months in prison and up to four years.
- You are required to pay fines and costs of more than $5,500.
- Your license is revoked for 3 years.
- You are put on probation for up to 5 years.
- You must complete a drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment program.
- Your vehicle may be impounded.
While still serious, most Tucson drunk driving offenses are misdemeanor offenses. The fines, jail-time, probation, and other penalties however are minimal compared to the consequences of being involved in a drunk driving accident in Tucson.
Depending on the nature of the accident, you may also be charged with endangerment. Under Arizona statute, endangerment is the reckless endangering of another individual with a substantial risk of imminent injury or death.
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If you are facing serious consequences as the result of a criminal charge, you need an experienced lawyer who will stand by you and protect your rights. To learn how our team of professionals can help, contact Nesci & St. Louis, P.L.L.C. today at 520.777.0235 for a free initial consultation.
