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Arizona DUI / Criminal Defense Law Blog
When does a DUI escalate to a felony?
According to the Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety, there were over 27,000 DUI arrests across the state in 2021. Driving under the influence is a serious offense in Arizona. It endangers lives, and the state takes it very seriously. Initially, most DUI...
What does it mean to get a super extreme DUI in Arizona?
It is widely known that driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal and comes with severe penalties in all states in the United States. However, it is important to keep in mind that penalties may vary slightly depending on where a driver is and what...
What are your Miranda rights?
When facing the possibility of arrest or police interrogation, it is important for a person to understand their rights fully. These rights, covered under the Miranda rights, can help ensure that a person does not face unjust treatment within the legal system....
Penalties for unpaid traffic tickets in Arizona
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that high speeds played a part in more than 27% of traffic fatalities in 2021. Speeding and other traffic violations frequently occur and sometimes people overlook or deliberately ignore the payment of fines....
Preparing for life after your release from incarceration
Imprisonment can take its toll on your physical and psychological health. You may find yourself wondering if you will ever find happiness again with all the uncertainty you face. Putting your past behind you and setting new goals is a worthwhile ambition. The steps...
The negative impact of an Arizona DUI on your college education
Getting arrested for driving under the influence in Arizona can have severe consequences. Not only can it result in fines, license suspension and even jail time, but it can also negatively affect your college education. Learn more about how an Arizona DUI can impact...
NTSB wants alcohol monitoring devices in all vehicles
The National Transportation Safety Board is a government agency responsible for investigating civil transportation accidents. In the NTSB's effort to lower accident statistics and traffic-related deaths across the country, they are now recommending all new vehicles...
What are statutory speed limits?
Despite what some drivers seem to think, speed limits are not arbitrary numbers that a police officer pulls out of a hat. Governments at state, local and federal levels have the right to set the speed limits. But what are statutory speed limits? Defining statutory...
Why should you not ignore that traffic ticket?
No one enjoys getting pulled over by police and issued a traffic ticket. However, attempting to ignore said ticket or failing to make a timely payment on it could lead to even more problems. Failure to handle traffic tickets might lead to penalties that can seriously...