AGGRAVATED DUI (.220 BAC) with child in car REDUCED to a misdemeanor DUI with 45 days jail – State v. Mr. J. (DMC No. 10581) (Maricopa County Superior Court CR2011-158573): Mr. J. was riding on a golf course with a “Rhino” ATV. He had his 10 year son on the vehicle with him. He was contacted by police and admitted to drinking. Subsequently, a blood draw was obtained which revealed a .220 BAC. Although Mr. J. was facing a felony with up to 2 years in prison, we convinced the prosecutor to offer a misdemeanor SUPER EXTREME DUI with 45 days in jail, which allowed for Mr. J. to go to work during the day.
March 2, 2014