UNDERAGE DRINKING LAWS IN SCOTTSDALE
In Arizona, the penalties for a DUI conviction depend on the type of DUI that was charged, and on the Defendant’s criminal record. Also, keep in mind that if you are under the age of 21, it is considered a separate offense if you have any blood alcohol content even if you are below an .08 or are not impaired to the slightest degree. This offense is sometimes referred to as a “baby dui” but is an additional charge which carries among other things, a two year license revocation. Arizona is a zero tolerance state with respect to drinking alcohol and driving if you are under 21. In addition, if you are operating a commercial vehicle at the time of the arrest, you are considered to be DUI if your BAC is .04 or above. Finally, work release is available in most cases (work release is permitted 6 days per week for 12 hours per day), and Electronic Home Detention may be an option for you, depending on the jurisdiction.
