Truth-in-Sentencing Laws took effect in 1993 in the state of Arizona. This revised the existing Criminal Code and allows the state to incorporate good behavior when considering the […]
Over the last decade, the legal framework concerning the use of marijuana has changed tremendously. From being a prohibited substance, it became legal for medical use in 2010 and, with the adoption of Proposition 207 in 2020, for recreational use, as well. However, this does not mean that you cannot get […]
The definition of driving under influence – DUI in Arizona law, is the following: “ to drive or be in actual physical control of the vehicle”. The last part of the definition makes it possible for law enforcement […]
You are driving home after a busy day at work and you see a police car signaling you to pull over. The law enforcement officer presents you with a Breathalyzer and tells you that you have to take a breath test. Should you consent to it or refuse?
Unfortunately, you […]
Driving a car on the roads of Arizona is a privilege, not a right, according to the state’s Department of Transportation. Therefore, earning a driver’s license means accepting to oblige all the traffic laws, including the ones that refer […]
Before the dreaded moment when you see police lights in your rearview mirror, your driving behavior or vehicle gives them a reason to pull you over. If you’ve had even just a beer before driving, you should be extra careful about how you’re driving to avoid attracting such […]
If you are arrested for DUI in Arizona, you are likely wondering what, exactly, will determine the outcome of your case. The facts are certainly important yet the quality of your Arizona DUI attorney is a primary determinant of how your case will turn out. Even the
Did you know you don’t have to be driving an automobile to be convicted of DUI? The wording of Arizona’s DUI laws makes it a crime to be in control of a vehicle when an […]
There is a general misconception that it is not possible to be charged with DUI if on private property in Arizona. DUI is an acronym that is short for driving under the influence. Though some states do not charge people with DUI if on private […]
If you get arrested and charged for DUI in Arizona, you’ll be facing very serious penalties. Of course, you’ll have to deal with fines and possible jail time. You may have to attend alcohol classes. Depending on how high your […]
