When Can People be Charged with Aggravated DUI?

In Phoenix, Arizona, people may not only be charged with driving under the influence, but also a crime known as aggravated DUI.  In order to be charged with aggravated DUI, people must:

• Drive with a suspended, revoked, canceled or refused license while committing DUI or a DUI related offense.
• Commit or third or subsequent DUI offense within a seven year period of time.
• Commit DUI while a child under the age of 15 is present in the vehicle.
• Have a court ordered ignition interlock device installed in their vehicles.
• Refuse to submit to a breath alcohol test when requested by an officer after committing DUI or extreme DUI.

If you have been arrested for aggravated DUI and are facing charges, it is extremely important that you take the time to consult with and hire a Phoenix DUI attorney immediately.  Contact the Knowles Law Firm to get the legal representation you need!