If you have been arrested for personal possession or use of drug paraphernalia for the first time in Arizona, you may be eligible for drug treatment and probation and can avoid jail time. As long as the amount of drugs you had in possession meets the thresholds set by the state…
The holiday season offers a vast array of choices when it comes to celebrations and parties. No matter which holidays you prefer to celebrate, chances are that you have family, friends or co-workers who are hosting one or more events. When alcohol is served, you may decide to have a…
The Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) includes three separate tests. They are typically administered after a person has been pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). The purpose of the tests is to reveal clues that a police officer can use to determine whether the driver of…
If you believe you are involved in a criminal investigation, contacting an experienced Arizona criminal defense attorney without delay may be imperative. Many people, when they find themselves involved in a criminal case, wonder whether they should contact an attorney and why. They may think that the case will be…
If you are arrested on suspicion of any crime in Arizona, you have certain legal rights – but it is your responsibility to protect many of those rights. Knowing what your rights are and how you should act to protect them can help you navigate the criminal justice system, work effectively…
The breath-testing machines used by Arizona police officers to test drivers for alcohol go by several different brand names, including Breathalyzer and Datamaster. How Do Breath Testing Machines Work? Each device operates similarly. The machine uses a sample of a driver’s breath to test blood alcohol concentration (BAC). A breath…
If you are facing an Arizona criminal charge in the Surprise, Glendale, or Peoria area, choosing a defense attorney who will fight for the best possible outcome in your case is vital. The following questions may help you determine whether an attorney has the experience your case requires. Question To…
Arizona, like many states, has several laws that prohibit driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or other drugs. Among Arizona’s DUI laws is a law prohibiting driving while under the “extreme influence” of alcohol. Experienced Arizona criminal defense attorneys pay careful attention to all Arizona’s DUI laws in order to provide the…
Several years ago, Arizona passed a law that allows some persons arrested or convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) to regain limited driving privileges. Since the rules can be complex, experienced Arizona DUI defense attorneys study them carefully to ensure each client knows his or her options. One…
If you or someone you love has been arrested as a result of suspected criminal activity, you may wonder what the next step involves. Arizona criminal cases are prosecuted according to procedural rules set forth by Arizona law. Arizona law requires prosecutors to file official charging documents that inform defendants…
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