Arrest For Owi In Pima
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Drunk driving suspects can expect to spend at least two hours answering questions, being fingerprinted and photographed, and submitting to chemical testing of the driver's blood alcohol content (BAC). A driver could spend a few hours before they are released, or it may take up to a few days.
The punishment for a first DUI varies by state but often includes fines, license suspension, probation, mandatory alcohol education, and possibly community service. Jail time is rare for first offenses but may apply in cases of high blood alcohol content or accidents.
Pima County court records can be searched by name through the online case search portal. Alternatively, visit the clerk's office at: 110 W. Congress, Ste. 241, Tucson, AZ 85701 during business hours ( am to pm) between Monday and Friday to look through the court's dockets.
The court has jurisdiction over civil lawsuits where the amount in dispute is $10,000 or less, landlord and tenant controversies, small claims cases up to $3500 and the full range of civil and criminal traffic offenses, including DUIs.
Drivers may end a case in a matter of days if they plead guilty or immediately accept a plea bargain offered by the prosecution. DUI cases that go to trial can take over a year to resolve in some cases. DUI cases are often broken up into different stages.
Where can I get a copy of a Marriage License, Divorce Decree? Marriage license and divorce documents must be requested from the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court website.
What Time of Day Do Most DUI Arrests and Accidents Occur? While DUI arrests and accidents can occur at any time of day, there are some hours when there is a higher risk of encountering a driver under the influence. The period of time from midnight to AM is the most dangerous time to be on the road.
The length of your imprisonment and the type of jail you go to will depend on the circumstances of your DUI case. You may spend a few days in your local jail, or you may end up serving more than a year in a state prison.
First-time offenders face a mandatory jail sentence ranging from 45 consecutive days to as long as six months. Fines for Super Extreme DUI are notably higher than those for Extreme DUI. Additionally, the period for which an ignition interlock device must be installed in the offender's vehicle is extended.
Arizona's DUI laws are among the strictest in the nation, with penalties that can include jail time, hefty fines, and long-term license suspension. For a first-time offender, the minimum penalties include at least 24 hours in jail, fines and fees totaling around $1,500, and a 90-day license suspension.
