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Additional Consequences of DUI with a Minor

In Arizona, driving under the influence, or DUI, is taken very seriously by courts, and even more so when any children are involved. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that over 40% of children between the ages of 2 and 14 who were fatally injured in a drunk driving accident were in a vehicle operated by an intoxicated motorist. A person facing charges of DUI with a minor in the vehicle could be facing severe legal consequences if convicted.

If you or someone you know has been charged with DUI with a minor in the vehicle, contact an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer of Thompson & Volquardsen, P.C., by calling 602-510-9999 today. We may be able to fight the charges against you and reduce or eliminate them, saving you from severe legal penalties.

Possible Penalties for Conviction

Potential legal penalties for a conviction of DUI with a child in the vehicle can vary significantly, based on the number of convictions a defendant has. For instance:

  • Any offense can result in an additional charge of child endangerment
  • Any offense can result in loss of license and mandatory alcohol awareness courses
  • Any offense can result in significant monetary fines
  • A first offense can result in up to 6 months in jail
  • A second offense can result in up to 5 years in jail

Facing a charge of DUI can be overwhelming, particularly if any children were involved, so it is important to have the legal help of an experienced Arizona DUI defense attorney.

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If you or someone you know has been charged with DUI with a minor in the vehicle, contact an experienced Arizona DUI lawyer of Thompson & Volquardsen, P.C., at 602-510-9999 today.