If you are convicted of a nonviolent criminal offense in Arizona, there is a possibility that you will receive probation instead of having to go to jail. Probation allows a person to serve their sentence outside of jail. While on probation, you must comply with certain conditions, which typically include not committing any other criminal […]
Arizona DUI / Criminal Defense Law Blog
How to Challenge DUI Blood Test Results in Arizona
In Arizona, it is against the law to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. If you are arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), then you will be asked to take a chemical breath, blood, or urine test. Under Arizona’s implied consent law, if you refuse to […]
DUI for Out-of-State Drivers in Arizona
Arizona’s warm weather and absolutely stunning natural beauty make it a popular place to visit. In 2023 alone, 45.7 million people visited our fair state. Yet what many tourists may not realize is just how strict Arizona’s DUI laws are – and that you can be punished for driving under the influence regardless of whether […]
Can a DUI Charge in Arizona Be Reduced to a Lesser Offense?
In Arizona, the penalties for driving under the influence are pretty steep. Depending on your criminal history and the facts of the case, you could be facing months in jail, plus thousands of dollars in fines. In some cases, it may be possible to get your DUI charge reduced to a lesser offense. Typically, DUI […]
DUI and Child Endangerment Charges in Arizona
In Arizona, it is against the law to drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Our state has particularly harsh DUI laws, with mandatory minimum jail sentences even for a first-time DUI. Those penalties can be increased even more if you are caught driving under the influence with certain other factors present, like […]
What You Need to Know about Extreme DUI Charges
In Arizona, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher or while impaired to the slightest degree by alcohol and/or drugs. Arizona has some of the strictest DUI laws in the country. These laws impose separate, harsh penalties for DUI convictions based on exactly how […]
Are Police Allowed to Search Your Car at a DUI Checkpoint?
At some point in your life, you may have driven into a DUI checkpoint. These roadblocks are often set up around holiday weekends or big events – or simply near bars and nightclubs. While DUI checkpoints are legal, they must comply with specific rules. Unless the police have probable cause or you give them consent, […]
Can the Police Search Your Car with a Drug-Sniffing Dog?
If you have ever watched a crime thriller, you might have seen police bring out dogs to search for evidence. In the realm of law enforcement, the use of drug-sniffing dogs is a common practice during traffic stops. This raises the question, though, of whether the police can actually search your car with a drug […]
Arizona’s Strict DUI Law
In Arizona, driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious criminal offense. Drivers in the state are prohibited from operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or greater. They are also forbidden from operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol if the driver is impaired […]
Arizona’s New Expungement Law
A criminal conviction can be a heavy burden to bear. Long after you make a mistake or reform your life, it can have a serious impact on your life. It can impact your ability to get a job, public housing, student loans, or a professional license – and may even impact your immigration status. Beginning […]