What Arizonans actually ask us.
Direct answers, with the statute and the deadline. If your situation isn’t covered here, call 480 · 945 · 7684 — the consultation is free.
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in Arizona?
Three things, in this order: don’t talk about the case, lock in the 30-day MVD hearing, and get a lawyer engaged before the charging decision.
How many days do I have to request an MVD hearing?
Thirty days. Under A.R.S. § 28-1385(G)(2)(c), 30 days from service of the Admin Per Se / Implied Consent Affidavit. Many older sites cite 15 days — that is outdated.
What is an Extreme DUI? When is DUI a felony? Penalties?
Extreme DUI = BAC 0.15+ (A.R.S. § 28-1382). Super Extreme = 0.20+. Aggravated/felony DUI under § 28-1383: third DUI in 84 months, suspended license, child passenger, interlock-required driving.
Are field sobriety tests mandatory?
No. HGN, Walk-and-Turn, and One-Leg Stand are voluntary in Arizona. Declining is not evidence of guilt.
Do I need an ignition interlock device?
Yes. 12 months on Regular DUI, 12 on Extreme, 18 on Super Extreme. Roth Law’s principal founded Arizona’s only Draeger-certified interlock provider.
How long does a DUI stay on my record?
Permanently. Arizona does not expunge DUI convictions. They can be set aside under A.R.S. § 13-905, but the record remains visible to law enforcement and counts as a prior for 84 months.
What does it cost to hire a DUI lawyer in Arizona?
First-offense: $3,500–$7,500. Extreme: $5,000–$10,000. Aggravated/felony: $10,000 and up. Free consultation before any fee discussion.
Does Roth & Roth handle cases outside Maricopa County?
Yes. Statewide Arizona courts — Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Goodyear, Flagstaff, Coconino and Yavapai counties.
If this is your situation, time matters.
The MVD 30-day clock and the suppression-motion window run from the date of the stop — not the date you find a lawyer. Call 480 · 945 · 7684 or schedule a consultation.