My boyfriend is a California Resident and got a DUI 5 years ago. He just got another while visiting Arizona. Will this count as a second DUI in court and what penalties, fines, and/or jailtime could he face?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Without knowing details I can only answer generally. A prior DUI conviction (in or out of state) may qualify as a prior for sentencing enhancement if the conviction is within the past 7 years. Generally for a second DUI conviction, the penalty is not less than ninety days in jail, thirty days of which shall be served consecutively (60 days may be a suspended sentence if an alcohol evaluation and treatment is agreed to); driver's license will be revoked for one year; etc. Again this is just a general answer. Your boyfriend should contact a lawyer directly for consultation and representation.