Facing your first drunk driving (DUI) charge in Arizona is overwhelming. Even a first offense is a Class 1 misdemeanor with mandatory penalties that include jail time, fines, a license suspension, alcohol education, and an ignition interlock device (IID). Arizona is well-known for having some of the toughest DUI laws in the country — something [...]
If you are facing a DUI in Arizona, there is a lot you need to know. You are facing serious consequences, and avoiding unnecessary consequences will require a strategic and proactive defense. As we do every year, we published several articles for individuals who are facing DUI charges throughout 2025. If you find yourself facing [...]
If you are facing a DUI in Arizona, you have the right to represent yourself in court. You are allowed to appear in court without a lawyer; and, if you decide to represent yourself in your DUI case, no one is going to stop you. But, just because you can, this doesn’t mean you should. [...]
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Arizona, do you need to worry about losing your job? Unfortunately, for many people, the answer is “Yes.” This is one of several potential consequences of a DUI conviction in Arizona, and it can prove to be the single most costly consequence in [...]
Arizona has some of the most complicated, and most serious, DUI laws in the country. In Arizona, a DUI arrest can potentially lead to a variety of different charges, and understanding the specific charge (or charges) you are facing is critical for building a strategic defense. Among other things, this means making sure you know [...]
When you hire an attorney for your DUI case in Phoenix, it is important to know what you can expect from your legal representation. You will be relying on your attorney to protect your future, and you are entitled to expect that your attorney will meet a high standard of advocacy. At the same time, [...]
If you took the breathalyzer during your DUI arrest and your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was over the legal limit, you can be almost certain that prosecutors are planning to use your BAC against you in court. A high BAC is among the strongest types of evidence available in DUI cases, and, under Arizona law, [...]
There are several common misconceptions about Arizona DUI cases, and relying on these misconceptions can be dangerous if you are facing charges. Avoiding unnecessary consequences requires informed and strategic decision-making—and, if you rely on bad information, you could unknowingly make mistakes that jeopardize your defense. 7 Common Misconceptions About Arizona DUI Cases With this in [...]
If you are facing a DUI charge in Arizona, is it worth fighting? Should you hire an attorney to fight your DUI in court? Or, is hiring an attorney only going to add to the costs of your arrest? While there are no guarantees, hiring an experienced Phoenix DUI attorney will be well worth [...]
If you are facing a DUI charge in Arizona, getting your DUI charge dismissed before trial is the best-case scenario. If you can get your DUI charge dismissed, you won’t have to fight for your freedom in court, and you won’t have to face the consequences of accepting a plea bargain (which can still [...]
