In Arizona, the cops have plenty of ways to catch drunk drivers and provide prosecutors with the evidence they need to secure convictions. While there is no excuse for getting drunk and then getting behind the wheel, if you make this mistake, you should do everything you can to mitigate your risk of facing the [...]
Many people assume they cannot get charged with driving under the influence (DUI) if they are on private property—and in some states, they may be right. In Arizona, however, this is not the case. Arizona’s DUI statutes do not distinguish between public and private property, which means that you can be arrested for driving under [...]
What does it mean to be “driving under the influence”? To most people, it simply means drinking and driving. But, if you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Arizona, you need to understand what constitutes clearly – and what does not constitute – a criminal act under Arizona law. In many [...]
You got pulled over in Phoenix, you blew above the legal limit, and you got arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). You decided to drink and drive, and you got caught. There is no excuse for what you did, and, as far as you can tell, you do not have a defense. So, is [...]
When the police pull you over on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) in Arizona, you are required to submit to a breath test if requested to do so. This is based on the state’s “implied consent” law. Under Section 28-1321.A. of the Arizona Revised Statutes: “A person who operates a motor vehicle in [...]
If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Arizona, you probably have many questions about your DUI case. One of these questions may be: Should you testify in your own defense during your trial? Testifying in your defense might seem like a good idea. It will make it look like you [...]
In Arizona, getting pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving can have several different consequences. The scope and severity of these consequences depend on the specific type of DUI you are charged with. Arizona’s DUI laws are unique; and, if you are awaiting trial following a traffic stop or an arrest at a sobriety checkpoint, [...]
No two driving under the influence (DUI) cases are the same. While a conviction requires proof of the same basic elements in every case, the specific facts involved can drastically impact the strength of the prosecution’s case. They are key to determining what DUI defenses are available. These 13 Facts Could Help Protect You Against [...]
Arizona Experienced DUI Lawyer You were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Arizona. Do you need a DUI lawyer in Tempe or Phoenix, AZ? Or, can you successfully handle your case on your own? These are questions that many people ask in the immediate aftermath of a DUI arrest. While it is good [...]
Our DUI lawyers explain what you need to know if you face a drunk driving charge in Phoenix or Tempe, AZ. Facing a drunk driving charge can be an utterly overwhelming experience. In addition to worries about how the outcome will affect your future, you may be baffled by the legal jargon of your case [...]
