Arizona DUI Class

Understanding Arizona DUI Education

Arizona has some of the strictest DUI laws in the country. After a DUI conviction, the first step is normally completing an alcohol screening. The screening determines whether the individual is assigned to a Level II education program or a more intensive treatment track.

For many first-time offenders with lower BAC levels, the most common assignment is a 16-hour DUI education program. However, individuals with higher BAC levels, prior alcohol offenses, or elevated risk classifications may be assigned to programs requiring 36 hours or more of treatment and counseling.

Online DUI Classes in Arizona

Unlike several other states, Arizona does allow some DUI education programs to be delivered online when the provider is approved through the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS). However, individuals completing an Arizona-based DUI case must still follow the evaluation and placement process first.

This means a simple online class does not automatically replace the official Arizona education requirement for in-state cases.

12-Hour DUI Education for Out-of-State Cases

Many individuals living in Arizona receive DUI charges in another state such as Nevada, Texas, or Florida. Those states often reference a 12-hour DUI education requirement for first-offense cases.

When the court paperwork specifically references a 12-hour program, the court order from that state generally controls the educational requirement rather than Arizona’s Level II framework.

In those situations, a 12-hour instructor-led education course can satisfy the educational portion of the requirement.

Who This Page Is Designed For

This Arizona page helps individuals in three common situations:

• Arizona residents with a DUI from another state
• Individuals who moved away from Arizona after a DUI case
• Transfer situations where courts request documented DUI education hours