What a DUI Costs in Arizona
Fees and fines set by the state. Attorney fees, insurance increases, and lost work come on top and vary by case.
Court fine, first DUI
At least $250
Base fine only. State-required assessments are added on top and make the total much higher.
MVD suspension reinstatement fee
$10
MVD Admin Per Se reinstatement fee
$50
Charged in addition to the $10 suspension fee. An application fee may also apply.
Official sources
- ADOT MVD — Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
- ADOT MVD — Hearing Request form 40-5008
- ADOT — Admin Per Se / Implied Consent affidavit training guide
- ADOT MVD — How long am I required to have an SR-22?
- ADOT MVD — Future Financial Responsibility (SR-22)
- ADOT MVD — Ignition Interlock FAQ
- A.R.S. §28-1381 — DUI
- A.R.S. §28-1382 — Extreme DUI
- A.R.S. §28-1383 — Aggravated DUI
- A.R.S. §28-1321 — Implied consent
- A.R.S. §28-1385 — Administrative license suspension
- A.R.S. §13-911 — Sealing of records
- Laws 2024, ch. 109 (SB 1453) — DUI; license suspension; records
- SB 1453 (2024) Senate fact sheet
- Arizona Senate Research — DUI Laws and DUI Courts (2024)
- Governor’s Office of Highway Safety — Arizona DUI Laws
- Arizona Supreme Court — DUI Sentencing Chart (eff. 9/26/2025)
- Laws 2025, ch. 209 (HB 2728) — DUI; alternative treatment
- HB 2728 (2025) House bill summary
- Laws 2022, ch. 233 (SB 1334) — DUI; license suspensions; restrictions
- SB 1334 (2022) Senate fact sheet
Educational information, not legal advice. Arizona law changes and every case is different. Confirm deadlines with Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD), Executive Hearing Office and talk to a licensed Arizona attorney about your situation.
Some details on this page are still being verified against official sources. Check the linked sources before relying on a specific number or deadline.
Last reviewed October 1, 2026.