A common question is: “How much do you charge for a DUI?” It’s an understandable question as none of us have a pile of money we want to squander. The answer is, of course, it depends on the circumstances of your case. One of the reasons it’s important to have a meaningful consultation with an […]
These are the top 6 things you should know if you’ve been cited with an Extreme DUI or DUI .08 in Arizona. 1. What is the Purpose of a Citation in Arizona? If you’ve been charged with DUI in Arizona (driving under the influence), you will most likely receive a Citation from the arresting officer.
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You’ve made a mistake and have been charged with a DUI, or perhaps wrongfully charged with a DUI in Arizona. After the time-consuming investigation, tests, and release you now find yourself with some strange multi-colored paperwork. Papers of all colors with boxes, strange symbols, statutes, dates and instructions. Step 1. Save and Read the Paperwork
When talking to people in Arizona about DUI matters, I’m often asked about Standard Field Sobriety Tests, also known as SFSTs. The most commonly asked question is, “should I take these tests?”. Usually I advise No. In Arizona, the SFSTs are not required by law. They are voluntary and, more often than not will result
A question often asked by Arizona drivers is, “how many points can I have on my license before I’m suspended?” The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) points and suspension issues can be complicated. There are a number of ways points are allotted to an Arizona Driver’s license and when those points
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The short answer to if you need the interlock after being arrested for a DUI is: It depends. A person who was merely arrested for a DUI/DWI (A.R.S. 28-1381 / 28-1382) will not require an interlock, however a person who has been convicted of a DUI likely will need an interlock device. There are exceptions.
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The Fourth of July Holiday is upon us in the United States and people will surely be celebrating. Arrests for suspected DUI increase significantly on holiday weekends. Here are several important tips to avoid a DUI on a holiday weekend. Don’t Drive Intoxicated The most important point I can make is this: avoid driving if
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In Arizona, the DUI statutes (A.R.S. 28-1381; 28-1382; and 28-1383) permit a police officer to cite or arrest a driver for DUI under several different circumstances. This article will address some of the least obvious ways that Arizona drivers get DUIs. Lack of Impairment In Arizona, the most common way a driver in cited or
In Arizona, “domestic violence (DV)” isn’t a crime, instead it is a classification (or label) for a few different types of actions that are themselves statutorily prohibited. For instance, common domestic violence crimes are assault, trespassing, criminal damage, disorderly conduct, which is also known as disturbing the peace. See A.R.S. 13-1203; A.R.S. 13-1602; A.R.S. 13-1503;
There’s no place like home for the holidays, but be careful, Arizona, and the greater Phoenix Area in particular, have rigorous DUI saturation patrols near Hanukah, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. The holiday season, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is a dangerous time as those consuming too much alcohol, marijuana and other drugs
The simple answer: A good criminal defense lawyer works with Judges, Courts and Prosecutors every day and will be more persuasive and effective than most defendants’ pre-printed form filings. Just what is a motion to set aside judgment? Motions to set aside a judgment of guilt, require that the Defendant, either personally or through a lawyer, ask
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Have you been convicted of a crime? If so, most criminal convictions can be set aside in Arizona. Why get a Set Aside? A set aside is an important step in distancing yourself from a criminal charge. Some of the benefits of a set aside include: bring personal closure. make it easier to find a
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