A DUI conviction in Mesa, Arizona, can affect your finances, your employment, and even your freedom. no matter what level of offense you are convicted of, you will suffer a license suspension, which can come with fees for reinstatement and hinder your ability to work....
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Were you charged with DUI in Gilbert, Arizona?
If you are facing DUI charges in Gilbert, Arizona, you are likely concerned with what charges can be brought against you and what penalties you may face. DUI convictions can affect your daily life in ways you may not even imagine. Along with jail time, you could face...
The serious nature of drug trafficking and distribution charges
Drug trafficking and drug distribution charges are serious criminal charges. It is important for accused individuals to understand what they are facing and be prepared to defend themselves against drug trafficking or drug distribution charges. Drug trafficking and...
How do I know if my breath test is accurate?
A breath test can be used as the basis of drunk driving charges which are serious criminal charges. For that reason, accused drivers need to be familiar with the ways they can challenge the accuracy and reliability of a breathalyzer test that was not properly...
What legalized marijuana means (and doesn’t mean) in Arizona
On November 3, Arizona Proposition 207 was approved by more than 1.9 million voters across the state. This proposition essentially legalized recreational marijuana, but it's important that residents in the state understand what this means — and what it doesn't mean....
Can you get prior marijuana charges expunged from your record in Arizona?
Word spread quickly that recreational marijuana use was legalized in Arizona after voters approved Arizona Proposition 207 on November 3. While there were a lot of questions among people about when they could possess marijuana or where they would be able to purchase...
What are my rights if I’m accused of a criminal traffic offense?
So much can happen in the blink of an eye while driving. You may either purposely or inadvertently break traffic laws while behind the wheel. While some traffic offenses only result in a civil fine, some traffic offenses in Arizona are so serious that they go beyond...
Can I legally refuse to take a sobriety test in Arizona?
When a person is pulled over for a DUI in the Tempe area, they can feel overwhelmed and anxious. The law enforcement officer may be intimidating, and a defendant may not know what to do. A person who is pulled over on suspicion of DUI is required to take a blood,...
DUI defenses in Arizona
Drivers charged with DUI in Arizona face potentially devastating personal and financial consequences. A first-offense conviction can result in 24 hours to 10 days in jail, $1,500 in fines and a minimum 90-day driver’s license suspension. While no one should ever...
Nearly 400 drivers arrested for DUI over Labor Day in Arizona
Arizona drivers should be aware that law enforcement is constantly on the lookout for drivers who might be under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This vigilance is frequently enhanced when there is a holiday. The recently passed holiday weekend of Labor Day – widely...