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Why Hire A phoenix dui lawyer?
WHY DO I NEED A DUI DEFENSE ATTORNEY?
In the eyes of the court, DUI offenses are dangerous crimes. In many cases, drunk drivers have caused serious auto accidents that lead to serious injury or death for the accident victims. Drunk driving is a hazardous crime. DUI's in Arizona have serious consequences if convicted. Hiring a proven
Phoenix DUI Defense Lawyer can make a big difference in your case resulting in reduced charges or complete dismissal.
DUI Crimes and Penalties Overview
If convicted of a DUI Offense In Arizona there are many different penalties that are required of the DUI offender. The minimum amount of jail time for first-time offenders is no less than 10 days in jail and a fine of $1250. In Arizona, a BAC(blood alcohol level) of .08% or more is considered over the state limit while operating a motor vehicle. The legal limit is .04% if operating a commercial vehicle at the time of the DUI stop. Many first-time offenders can opt for DUI education/treatment in addition to penalties and as a possibility of avoiding probation. The law is not so lenient when it comes to 2nd, 3rd and repeat DUI offenders. Penalties and jail/prison time are much more aggressive if convicted of a DUI in Arizona. More information on various types of DUI's in Arizona is available below.
What is the difference between a public defender and a private Phoenix DUI Lawyer?
There is a huge difference in the level of representation and sometimes expertise when it comes to evaluating a public defender vs. a private Phoenix DUI lawyer. A public defender's role is to provide legal defense for those accused of a DUI crime in Arizona at no cost to the defendant, however, their compensation is provided by the State of Arizona. They are often assigned many cases at once which puts them at a disadvantage by handling a larger volume of criminal defense cases and a lack of time to effectively familiarize themselves with each case. Hiring a private DUI defense lawyer in Phoenix can make a tremendous difference in your case. Why? They are compensated by their client (the defendant) directly and solely represent their client in the case. An experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer will thoroughly investigate the case from the arrest procedures, interviewing witnesses and arresting officers. They will make the time to review all evidence against the defendant in the case and provide representation based on the strength of the case. They will provide crucial legal advice and help their clients have a strong understanding of their rights before making any decisions.
Our Promise To You
HIGH QUALITY LEGAL REPRESENTATION
Our Phoenix DUI lawyers have both the proven track record and experience to provide the highest level of representation to our clients. Our legal team also operates with the highest level of integrity.
AFFORDABLE RATES
Our law firm commits itself to offer high-quality legal DUI representation at rates that are affordable to many. We also provide payment plans for DUI clients based on income and cost of legal representation.
DUI AND JAIL TIME
Unfortunately, not every case is a winnable case when it comes to DUI defense. There are a lot of moving parts and we cannot control what happens during the arrest, however, lessening the damage becomes the objective.
ALWAYS A FREE CONSULTATION
Our DUI Lawyers Phoxeni AZ provides all potential clients with a free case review and consultation.
Know Your Rights
The best defense for an Arizona DUI case is when the client has a full understanding of their rights. Often times the lack of understanding of these rights can make a difference between a conviction, a plea bargain or a dismissal. A client can lose their case the moment of the arrest based on the information they provide to arresting officers.
Avoid & Reduce Jail Time
Our objective with every case is to explore every opportunity to obtain a dismissal. This approach allows us to investigate all angles of the case and discover procedural errors that may be able to be of value as we move forward with your case. Our legal team will interview all parties involved with your arrest and aggressively represent you.
DUI Breath Tests
If your DUI charge stands on a breath test from a breathalyzer, it is important to note that these devices have been known to produce invalid results and cannot alone be the strength of the case. Breathalyzers lack accuracy when used improperly by police officers. These little things can truly make a difference in every case.