An Arizona conviction for driving under the influence leads to serious and substantial penalties. Even if you are a first-time DUI offender, you should still expect to have to serve at least 10 days in jail, pay more than $1,000 in fines and take part in alcohol counseling, among other penalties. Some of the repercussions […]
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Can you get your DUI dismissed in Arizona?
Living with the consequences can be rough if you are charged with a DUI. Convincing an Arizona judge to dismiss it is possible albeit extremely unlikely. Fighting the charge in court could be a better option. Consequences of DUIs in Arizona The Grand Canyon State does not mess around when it comes to drunk drivers. […]
What is substance abuse disorder?
Substance abuse disorder or drug addiction is a disease that affects your brain. It makes it difficult to practice impulse control regarding legal and illegal substances. Instead, you may use drugs, regardless of the harm it causes. If caught with illicit substances, you could face criminal charges. What are the symptoms of substance abuse disorder? If […]
Reviewing the penalties for failing to stop after a crash
Traffic violations take numerous forms, and some of these offenses could have a devastating impact on your life if you face charges. From speeding to driving with a suspended license, it is important to understand the potential repercussions that could come up. For example, you could face fines, time behind bars, the loss of your […]
Multiple traffic offenses can have unwanted consequences
Many people think of minor traffic offenses, such as speeding five miles over the limit, as no big deal, and they pay the ticket without thinking twice. However, if you get multiple tickets in a year, this can result in consequences that interfere with your ability to drive. If you receive a ticket for more […]
What to do if in possession of a protective order
If someone serves you a protective order, this means that someone filed a petition for, and a judge approved, a temporary order. If so, you may be wondering what you should do. You will have the opportunity to defend your case in front of a judge. At this hearing, the judge decides whether to approve […]
DWI numbers fall over Thanksgiving weekend
The timing of major holiday weekends throughout the year correlates with a rise in drivers who choose to drive while intoxicated after a day or night of celebrations. All the more so during the festive season, from Thanksgiving to the New Year. However, this Thanksgiving weekend in 2022 shows a decrease in DWI numbers in […]
Are there any defenses to open container charges?
The State of Arizona has an interest in limiting the number of intoxicated drivers on state roadways. While there are many ways to achieve this objective, it is important for drivers not to have open containers of alcohol in their vehicles. After all, if a container is open, a driver might be too willing to […]
Can drunk driving charges impact child custody?
If you currently face drunk driving charges, it is critical to thoroughly understand the different ways that this case could affect your life. For example, you could face challenges with respect to your driving privileges, financial penalties and time behind bars. In addition, a drunk driving case could have a detrimental impact on many other […]
Should you use your right to remain silent?
You might have heard of your right to remain silent, if only through television shows, movies and other pieces of media. However, not you might not know exactly what these rights covered, or what it even means to have a right to remain silent in the first place. Right to remain silent Miranda Warning goes […]