Pima County Ignition Interlock Device Lawyer

The cost of an ignition interlock device will include installation and leasing. Pricing will vary depending on the provider of the device, but monthly costs can average around $80 to $120, with installation fees typically costing around $50 to $150. These costs can add up, as even first-time offenders must use an interlock device for at least a year.

The length of time you need to have an interlock ignition device in your vehicle will vary based on the severity of the offense you were convicted of, ranging from six months to two years. The Arizona Motor Vehicle Department will assess different factors to determine the length of the ignition interlock requirement, such as your BAC and whether or not you have a history of prior offenses.

Ignition interlock devices are required after a conviction of DUI in Arizona. Therefore, if you have been charged with DUI, you can avoid mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device by challenging the underlying offense. A skilled DUI defense lawyer may be able to seek a dismissal of charges based on the circumstances of your case, whether it involves contesting an unlawful traffic stop or attacking the accuracy of a chemical test.

If you fail the initial interlock test, you will not be able to start your vehicle, and your failed breath test will be reported to the court. Additionally, you may be asked to take random retests while driving, with any violations being reported to the court. Failing to challenge a violation could result in an extension of the ignition interlock period.

Hiring an attorney is highly advisable for challenging allegations of DUI or an ignition interlock violation. An attorney who is skilled at handling drunk driving charges can look for mitigating circumstances or contest the underlying charge, potentially shielding you from harsh consequences.

An ignition interlock device will prevent your vehicle from starting if you have a BAC of .02 or greater. Additionally, the device will prompt you to retest on the road at certain intervals to make sure that you are still sober.

In Arizona, convicted DUI offenders must install ignition interlock devices to regain their driving privileges. When violations are reported to the courts via an ignition interlock device, drivers may face the suspension of their driving privileges or an extension of the interlock period.

Arizona does not make hardship exemptions for ignition interlock devices. However, first-time DUI offenders may be able to have a device removed after six months instead of a year when certain requirements are met, such as completing an alcohol education program.

On average, a DUI defense attorney in Arizona may cost you anywhere from $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how complex your case is and the seriousness of the charges against you. At The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C., we can discuss pricing options with you based on your unique circumstances.

If you are given notice of an ignition interlock violation, be sure to reach out to a lawyer as soon as possible. Our DUI defense attorney can work with you to challenge a violation and look for ways to minimize the possible consequences.

In Arizona, anyone with an ignition interlock device is prohibited from driving another vehicle without an interlock device installed. If you are accused of violating this rule, you could face administrative and criminal penalties.

If you have been accused of violating the requirements involving the use of an ignition interlock device, seek legal representation immediately. An attorney can present alternative explanations for a supposed violation, whether due to improper calibration of the device or a contaminant producing a false positive.