Arizona · DUI · Checked October 2026
DUI License Suspension in Arizona: Hearing Deadline and Hardship License
DUI License Suspension in Arizona: What Are the Rules?
You have 30 days to challenge a license suspension after a DUI arrest in Arizona.
- Deadline to challenge
- 30 days
- How it is counted
- The date of the suspension notice (the order served by the officer or the notice mailed by MVD); the request must be received by MVD within that time
- Failed test
- At least 90 consecutive days; for an eligible first offense, 30 days suspended followed by at least 60 days restricted
- Refused test
- 12 months; 2 years for a second or subsequent refusal within 84 months
- Hardship license
- Special ignition interlock restricted driver license
How to Request a Hearing in Arizona
fill out and mail the hearing request form given with the order of suspension, or submit an online request; a summary review can be requested instead of a hearing before the suspension takes effect
Suspension if You Fail a Test in Arizona
at least 90 consecutive days; for an eligible first offense, 30 days suspended followed by at least 60 days restrictedA.R.S. § 28-1385(D), (G)(2)(c), (H), (I), (P); A.R.S. § 28-1321(B), (F), (G)
Suspension if You Refuse a Test in Arizona
12 months; 2 years for a second or subsequent refusal within 84 monthsA.R.S. § 28-1385(D), (G)(2)(c), (H), (I), (P); A.R.S. § 28-1321(B), (F), (G)
Getting a Special Ignition Interlock Restricted Driver License in Arizona
Available instead of an administrative suspension for an eligible first offense, after a first refusal once alcohol or drug screening is done, and after a second-offense revocation; you must keep a working interlock. Taking it waives the administrative hearing.
Official source: getting a special ignition interlock restricted driver license (Arizona)
More on DUI Law in Arizona
See the full overview of DUI laws in Arizona and read about hardship licenses in every state.
This page summarizes Arizona law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Arizona can advise on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Do You Have to Request a Hearing in Arizona?
30 days. How it is counted: the date of the suspension notice (the order served by the officer or the notice mailed by MVD); the request must be received by MVD within that time.
How Long Is the License Suspension for Failing a Test?
at least 90 consecutive days; for an eligible first offense, 30 days suspended followed by at least 60 days restricted
Can You Get a Hardship License in Arizona?
Available instead of an administrative suspension for an eligible first offense, after a first refusal once alcohol or drug screening is done, and after a second-offense revocation; you must keep a working interlock. Taking it waives the administrative hearing.