In some states, DUI offenders will sign up to take an alcohol treatment or alcohol education class in order to reduce their DUI penalties. However, FindLaw reports that the state of Arizona mandates that all DUI offenders participate in both an alcohol education and alcohol treatment program, in order to restore driving privileges.
It's a good idea to consult a Phoenix DUI attorney when choosing an alcohol education program. The attorney will be able to say which DUI school is best for you and should be able to say whether the program is recognized by the state of Arizona. Here at the Phoenix DUI Attorney Blog, we also provide contact information for DUI schools in the local area.
One of the most well-known alcohol treatment programs around the country is Alcoholics Anonymous, also frequently referred to as A.A. The group calls itself a "worldwide fellowship of men and women from all walks of life who meet together to attain and maintain sobriety." Fortunately, the city of Phoenix has its own A.A chapter that meets on a regular basis. The only requirement to join A.A is to have the desire to stop drinking. The A.A Phoenix office is located on the corner of 7th Street and E. Highland Avenue. More information about the group can be found at http://www.aaphoenix.org
Besides Alcoholics Anonymous, there are other DUI schools and DUI treatment programs in the Downtown Phoenix area that are designed to help DUI offenders or anybody looking to cut back on drinking. FindLaw even provides a list of DUI Resources that can point people in the right direction for getting help.
Related Resources:
- Drunk Driving FAQ (FindLaw)
- DUI - Sentencing (FindLaw)
- Phoenix DUI Attorney Directory (FindLaw)
