Prescott DUI AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY

Being convicted for a DUI in Prescott can be a stressful and costly life event. Prescott and surrounding areas are patrolled by both the Prescott Police Department as well as the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office. In Yavapai County, there are justice courts that are broken up into precincts. Depending on what location an alleged offense occurs will determine which justice court precinct has jurisdiction.

Prescott DUIs are classified into 4 general types (1) Regular DUI, (2) Extreme DUI, (3) Super Extreme DUI, and (4) Aggravated DUI. All Prescott DUI charges are class 1 misdemeanors with the exception of the aggravated DUI. An aggravated DUI is a felony and can be charged as a class 4 or class 6 felony depending on the facts and circumstances of the facts that occurred leading to the Prescott DUI charge. If a person has prior DUI convictions within 7 years of each other, the mandatory minimum sentences can be aggravated. This ultimately results  in much higher penalties, such as increased jail, fines, license revocations and more. 

DUI attorney and criminal defense attorney Steven Scharboneau is trained and experienced working with DUI cases in the Prescott area. If you or a loved on are charged with a Prescott DUI, call or text Prescott attorney Steven Scharboneau 24/7 and he will answer your questions free of charge--(480) 363-0090. Or, you can submit an online inquiry by clicking here. 

As mentioned before, what court you defend your Prescott misdemeanor charges in will depend on the location of the alleged offense. Misdemeanor charges in Prescott, like other misdemeanor charges in Arizona, are more serious than a petty offense but less serious than felony charges. Some examples of Prescott misdemeanors are domestic violence charges, assault, criminal damage, disorderly conduct, theft, and Prescott DUI charges as discussed above. 

The maximum penalties for Prescott misdemeanor charges are as follows:

• 6 months jail, ARS 13-707(1).
• $2500 (plus an 83% surcharge), ARS 13-802(A).
• 3 years of probation, ARS 13-902(5).

• 4 months jail, ARS 13-707(2). 
• $750 (plus an 83% surcharge), ARS 13-802(B).
• 2 years of probation, ARS 13-902(6).

• 1 month jail, ARS 13-707(3).
• $500 (plus 83% surcharge), ARS 13-802(C).
• 1 year of probation, ARS 13-902(7).

However, having a Prescott DUI attorney and criminal defense attorney like Steven Scharboneau working your case can help move your case toward decreased penalties, decreased charges and sometimes even dismissal of charges. If you have more questions about misdemeanor charges in Prescott, call or text Steven Scharboneau 24/7 and he will answer your questions free of charge--(480) 363-0090. Or, you can submit an online inquiry by clicking here. 

Dealing with a Prescott felony can have serious consequences and  can be incredibly stressful and scary for those being charged and their families. Prescott felony charges vary in severity and a labeled from class 1 to class 6, a class 1 felony being the most serious. Some examples of Prescott felony charges are aggravated assault, aggravated DUI, armed robbery, arson, burglary, disorderly conduct, forgery , prohibited possessor or misconduct involving weapons charges in, drug possession and sales among other charges. 

Class 1 felonies are the most severe type of criminal offense in the state. There are only 2 crimes that are class 1 felonies, and both are homicides: First-degree murder and second-degree murder. Convictions for first-degree murder are punishable with fines and either a life jail sentence or the death penalty. Convictions for second-degree murder carry jail sentences.

Some examples of class 2 felonies are arson, manslaughter, drive by shooting and sexual assault. Class 2 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of 3 to 12.5 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution--which can be relatively common for this level of offense. 

Some examples of class 3 felonies are theft, aggravated assault, stalking, and fraud. Class 3 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of 2  to 8.75 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

Some examples of class 4 felonies are aggravated DUI, aggravated assault, robbery, burglary, and misconduct involving a weapon (prohibited possessor). Class 4 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of 1 to 3.75 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

Some examples of class 5 felonies are animal abuse, rioting, criminal damage, and aggravated assault. Class 5 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of .5 to 2.5 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

Some examples of class 6 felonies are aggravated DUI, possession of drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, disorderly conduct and shoplifting. Class 6 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of .33 to 2 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

In Arizona, there are two types of class 6 felonies, a class 6 "designated" felony and a class 6 "undesignated" felony. A class 6 designated felony the type of felony discussed above, there is nothing special about it. However, a class 6 undesignated felony is a felony that, upon completion of probation and any other terms of sentencing, can be turned into a misdemeanor conviction. 

There are many nuances to the way an Arizona class 6 undesignated felony works. For example, sometimes the terms of how the misdemeanor is earned can be negotiated by an Arizona criminal defense attorney. Recent legislation was passed at the Arizona legislature that Attorney Steven Scharboneau was directly involved in passing that requires for most purposes, a class 6 undesignated felony be treated as a misdemeanor for some purposes. This legislation was drafted and passed as to avoid creating hardship is securing housing or employment for folks with a class 6 undesignated felony conviction.  

Having a criminal DUI attorney and criminal defense attorney who is experienced with representing clients against Prescott criminal charges, such as criminal defense attorney Steven Scharboneau, can be extremely helpful. Steven has strong ties to the area and aggressively represents Prescott clients. If you are facing felony charges arising out of the Prescott area, contact Steven 24/7 to set up a time for him to answer your questions free of charge. Please call or text (480) 363-0090.