It is common knowledge, especially in the State of Arizona, that it is against the law to drive a vehicle while impaired by alcohol. The common term used for this is drinking and driving. You hear it all the time: “Don’t Drink and Drive.” This is certainly valid advice of course, however it may be overlooked by some that it is not just alcohol that can be considered the impairment. Prescription drugs as well as many over-the-counter medications can easily put you in a state of impairment, and therefore you would be considered Driving Under the Influence and can be charged with a DUI.
Matthew Lopez Law has represented clients who have been charged with DUI after consuming legal drugs that they were prescribed. Just because you have a prescription from your doctor, does not mean you have the right to drive your vehicle after taking the drug. DUI attorney Matthew Lopez has also represented clients who were charged with a DUI after taking over the counter medications, such as nighttime cold medicine and sleeping aids. While these charges appear different from a DUI and perhaps less serious to the average citizen, the state takes them just as seriously as drinking and driving, therefore you need an experienced attorney to review your case thoroughly, protect your rights, and flight to get you the best possible outcome.
Do not make the mistake of thinking driving after taking legal drugs is any less serious and holds less severe legal consequences. Call Matthew Lopez Law if you have been charged with a DUI for prescription or over the counter medications. You can discuss the details of your case with an experienced attorney during a free consultation at any time.
Author Bio
Matthew L. Lopez
Matthew L. Lopez is the Managing Attorney and founder of Matthew Lopez Law, a criminal defense and DUI firm serving clients throughout Arizona. His track record of case dismissals and charge reductions has earned him honors, including a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 nomination, a “Superb” 10/10 Avvo rating, and a Rising Star designation by Super Lawyers.
Matthew is a member of the National College for DUI Defense and holds active memberships with the Arizona Association for Criminal Justice and the Arizona Association for Justice. His firm handles criminal defense, DUI, drug charges, and traffic offenses, offering free consultations and affordable payment plans to make quality defense accessible to all Arizonans.
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Tempe
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Lake Havasu City
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Apache Junction
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Parker