Category: Drunk Driving
The Different Types of Field Sobriety Tests
When you are pulled over on a suspicion that you have been drinking and driving, it is likely that you will be subject to one or more field sobriety test. A field sobriety test involves performing certain tasks in order for the law enforcement officer to evaluate whether or not you are...
Continue reading…DUIs Resulting in Injuries to Others
Arizona views instances of DUI as extremely serious matters, as do all other states. The penalties for drunk driving or driving under the influence can be severe. When a drunk driver causes a traffic accident or injures another person, the penalties become more severe. Also, the driver may face substantial civil liability...
Continue reading…Types of Pleas DUI Defendants Can Enter in Arizona
Should I plead no contest to a DUI charge?
Entering the courtroom for the first time on your DUI charge can be intimidating and confusing. At your court appearance, you will be asked to enter an initial plea. Your DUI defense lawyer will go over with you what to say and when. Remember that your... Continue reading…The Necessity Defense to a DUI
Could driving while intoxicated due to a medical emergency be a defense to DUI in Arizona?
At times, a situation will arise in which a person is required to do something illegal in order to prevent a serious harm. Such a situation may give rise to the so-called defense of necessity, though this defense is... Continue reading…DUI Defense for College Students
Can a DUI conviction impact my scholarship?
College is often a time of liberation and exploration for young students. College students are on their own for the first time in their lives, and with this new found freedom sometimes comes experimentation and the pushing of boundaries. Alcohol is often synonymous with college, and studies show... Continue reading…Potential Defenses Against DUI Charges in Phoenix
Can I be convicted of a DUI if I was stopped unlawfully?
A DUI conviction can significantly impact your freedom, wallet, and your future. In the state of Arizona, DUIs are treated as a serious matter. Even a first time offense could result in prison time, fines, and suspension of your license. If you have... Continue reading…Protecting Your Miranda Rights During a DUI Arrest
Do I need to be read my Miranda rights before being questioned on the scene?
The historic United States Supreme Court case of Miranda v. Arizona provided Americans with our now essential “Miranda Rights.” The basis for our Miranda rights stems from the Fifth Amendment in the United States constitution. In 1966, the Supreme Court... Continue reading…Can Evidence Gathered in Violation of Your Rights be Used Against You in Court?
One of the most common questions we get from our clients is whether or not evidence that was gathered in violation of their rights can be used against them in court. While common sense would seem to dictate that it should not be able to be used against you, unfortunately in Arizona this an...
Continue reading…Holidays and DUIs: What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself and Others
For many of us, the holidays are a whirlwind of parties and other festive gatherings with families, friends, and coworkers. Consequently, the holiday season often sees a dramatic increase in DUIs issued by law enforcement. Drinking and driving is never a good idea, and the consequences for doing so can be quite...
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