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After a DUI arrest in Gilbert, Arizona, your case will be handled through Maricopa County courts. You have 30 days from your arrest to request an MVD hearing to fight license suspension. Arizona has mandatory jail time even for first-offense DUI — one of the strictest states in the nation.
DUI in Gilbert by the Numbers
What Makes Gilbert Different
Gilbert is a family-oriented suburb with a growing Heritage District restaurant and bar scene. DUI enforcement focuses on the Heritage District area and major thoroughfares connecting to the wider East Valley.
⚠️ 30-Day MVD Deadline
Your temporary permit expires 30 days after arrest. Mail your hearing request to: Executive Hearing Office, ADOT, P.O. Box 2100, MD 507M, Phoenix, AZ 85001. Requesting a hearing stays your suspension.
Gilbert Court Information
Maricopa County Superior Court
Handles DUI criminal cases in Maricopa County
Gilbert Municipal Court
May handle misdemeanor DUI cases
Arizona DUI Penalties Summary
Standard DUI (0.08-0.149%)
10 days jail, ~$1,500 fine, 90-day suspension, IID 6-12 months
Extreme DUI (0.15-0.199%)
30 days jail, ~$2,500+ fine, 90-day suspension, IID 12 months
Super Extreme (0.20%+)
45 days jail, ~$2,750+ fine, 90-day suspension, IID 18 months
Gilbert DUI FAQs
Where do most Gilbert DUI arrests occur?
Many arrests occur near the Heritage District dining area and on major roads like Gilbert Road, Higley Road, and US-60.
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Last updated: February 2026