Most people get nervous when they are stopped at a DUI checkpoint. And this is understandable. Even if you are sober, you just cannot predict what is about to happen. You may have an open bottle in your car that you do not plan to drink while driving, but this can...
Criminal Defense
Do you have the right to defend yourself in Arizona?
Defending yourself against an attacker seems like a natural thing to do – but a lot of people still end up in handcuffs after they’ve been in an altercation of some kind. Sometimes, the police simply make a bad call and arrest someone whose actions were well within...
Why is fentanyl illegal in Arizona?
Fentanyl has been in the news recently; however, many people do not fully understand what it is, why it is illegal or the potential consequences of having it. Fentanyl is classified as a narcotic. It is a synthetic opioid made in a lab and a Schedule II controlled...
Is a plea deal a good deal?
There is a high chance that a prosecutor will offer you a plea deal if you face criminal charges. Despite everyone having the constitutional right to a jury trial, most cases are settled with plea deals. It suits the overburdened legal system. It suits the prosecutor,...
How the Arizona Opioid Epidemic Act can protect you from arrest
Arizona has a “Good Samaritan” law that protects people who seek emergency medical assistance for someone suffering a drug overdose from prosecution for their own drug possession and use at the time. This applies both to those who seek help for someone else and those...
You don’t have to consume alcohol to get a DUI
Some people think they don't need to worry about getting a DUI because they smoked marijuana instead of drinking alcohol. However, you don't need to drink alcohol to get a DUI in Arizona. Drugs like marijuana, prescription medications, and even over-the-counter cold...
How do people fight back against DUI charges?
Those arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) charges in Arizona may feel like they are in a hopeless situation. After all, there is probably a police officer willing to testify about their behavior and the chemical test showing that they were over the legal...