When you run a business, such as an entertainment company, you may want to offer alcohol to your patrons. Before you can start doing this, you have to comply with Arizona’s liquor laws. If you fail to meet these requirements, you may find yourself facing alcohol charges. The Arizona Department of Liquor says that you […]
DUI
Help, I didn’t pull over right away for the police DUI stop!
If a police officer or sheriff’s deputy recently pulled you over on suspicion of drinking and driving, did they also accuse you of not pulling over as quickly as they wanted you to? If so, you could be facing another criminal charge in addition to DUI. In Arizona, it is a crime not to pull over […]
Do drug convictions affect financial aid eligibility?
An Arizona drug offense has the capacity to lead to many repercussions if the charge leads to a conviction. If you have a college student who currently uses federal financial aid to help pay for school, you may have concerns about whether a drug charge might impact your child’s ability to use aid moving forward. […]
What are the penalties for DUI in Arizona?
When it comes to DUI penalties, laws in Arizona are often very harsh. That means a single instance of carelessness can leave you faced with exorbitant fines, jail time, and license suspension. It is important for all people facing charges to fully understand what they are up against. Here are a few common DUI penalties and […]
What are extreme and aggravated DUIs?
When pulled over under suspicion of a DUI, there are various penalties you may face based on the type of DUI. DUI charges occur when you drive with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% and above. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, you may face DUI charges when you have any alcohol in your […]
What can you expect after a DUI conviction?
Soon after an early evening happy hour with coworkers, you get in your car and head home. Your commute is interrupted by a law enforcement officer, who suspects you of drunk driving. This is not good, and you know the harm that a DUI arrest and conviction can have on you legally as well as […]
How serious is a minor in possession of alcohol charge?
As any Tempe area parent knows, raising children is often challenging and stressful. As children get older, they may engage in rebellious or reckless behavior. Although on some level this behavior is to be expected, when the behavior involves legal consequences that could potentially jeopardize a child’s future, the situation becomes more serious. If a […]
How does a breathalyzer measure blood alcohol count?
One of the most common tools used by police in Phoenix and elsewhere in Arizona to enforce the state’s laws against drunken driving is the “breathalyzer,” a small hand-held electronic device that can measure a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC) in a few seconds. Breathalyzers are not, however, infallible. A breathalyzer that has been improperly […]
Can you answer these questions about DUI charges in Tempe?
DUI laws in the state of Arizona are some of the strictest in the country. If you find yourself facing DUI charges in the city of Tempe, below are some questions you likely are seeking answers to. What types of DUI charges can you face in Tempe? You may face five DUI charges in Arizona, […]
What should I do if I get a DUI in Mohave County?
Anyone may find themselves entangled in the justice system and facing a charge of driving under the influence (DUI). This may be due to an error on the part of the arresting officer or a defective blood alcohol testing device. In other situations, a good person may make one poor decision that affects the rest […]