Phoenix DUI Attorney
Phoenix Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer
Arizona has strict laws with regard to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In Arizona, you are prohibited from operating or driving a motor vehicle if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) reaches .08% or higher. At this point your physical and mental coordination and level of alertness have been compromised, which will significantly increase your chances of causing an accident.
If an officer suspects you of driving under the influence, he or she has the right to pull you over and test your BAC. If your BAC is .08% or more, you will be arrested, taken into police custody, and charged with DUI. At this time it’s best to contact Phoenix DUI lawyer Anthony Knowles. A DUI arrest will result in two separate legal processes. It’s important to hire a Phoenix DUI attorney who not only fully understands the DUI laws and procedures in Arizona, but who also can protect your rights and contest the charges made against you.
DUI Lawyer in Phoenix
All DUI cases will result in two separate legal processes: the Motor Vehicle Devision (MVD) hearing and the criminal case. The MVD hearing is strictly an administrative hearing to determine if your driver’s license will or will not be suspended. This hearing does not address whether you are guilty of committing the criminal act of driving under the influence, and will not result in any other legal penalties than the suspension of your driver’s license. The other legal process is the criminal case. This is where you will be tried for driving under the influence. If you are found “not guilty” in criminal court, all charges will be dropped. However, if you are found “guilty,” the judge will sentence you to whatever legal penalties he or she deems suitable for the crime.
Penalties for a DUI in Phoenix
Because driving under the influence is a misdemeanor offense in Arizona, the penalties for a first-time conviction tend to be relatively minor. For a first-time DUI offense, you will likely be subjected to fines, probation, community service, driver’s license suspension, mandatory alcohol awareness classes, possible short-term jail sentences, and a mark on your permanent record. However, these penalties can be enhanced depending on if your BAC was more than .15%, you caused an accident, you have more than one DUI conviction on your record, or a minor was present in your vehicle at the time of the arrest.
Contact Phoenix DUI Defense Lawyer Anthony Knowles
If you have been arrested on DUI charges in Phoenix or the surrounding area, Attorney Anthony Knowles can help you fight your charges, and provide you with much need guidance throughout your case. Attorney Knowles has spent many years working in the Arizona criminal justice system, and understands the most effective ways to solve DUI cases successfully. Furthermore, as a former police officer, Mr. Knowles knows how the police are going to handle your case, and can provide you with valuable advice on how best to deal with them. Mr. Knowles knows the right questions to ask police officers and witnesses, as well as what type of evidence and information would best work in your favor. In addition, Attorney Knowles is 100% committed to building a persuasive defense case to present before the judge, and vigorously contesting all evidence and testimony submitted against you by the prosecution. Phoenix DUI attorney Anthony Knowles wants nothing more than to provide you with the superior defense you need to fight your DUI charges and maximize the chances of winning your case!
To set a up a free consultation with an experienced and talented Phoenix DUI lawyer who will protect your rights and provide you with personalized attention at each stage of your case, please contact Attorney Anthony Knowles at (602) 702-5431 or (888) 332-5621.
Phoenix DUI Attorney Anthony Knowles defends people in Phoenix and surrounding areas who have been charged with driving under the influence.