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What tests do police use in Arizona DUI stops?
When a police officer flashes the lights of their squad car to pull a driver over that might be impaired, they usually run through a series of tests before arresting them. The goal of the tests used at a DUI stop are to create probable cause or ample reason for an...
Can a DUI affect my CDL?
Most of us would like to think that the events in our personal lives should remain separate from our work lives. Unfortunately, when it comes to driving under the influence charges (DUIs) in Arizona, a conviction could cost you your commercial driver’s license (CDL)...
What is aggravated DUI?
Charges of driving under the influence can vary in severity. Sometimes there are factors present that make a DUI more serious. These are aggravating factors, and if one or more are present upon arrest, you may face charges of aggravated DUI. In Arizona, a DUI is...
Consequences of a DUI in Arizona
Driving under the influence may lead to harsh consequences. Drivers may not only lose driving privileges but face jail time, depending on the charges. Knowing Arizona’s laws and penalties for committing a DUI is important to understand the risks taken and how to...
Driver arrested for DUI proves to be sober
A weeks-long ordeal was in store for an Arizona driver arrested in Maricopa County for DUI and whose blood test later showed he was sober. As reported by ABC15, an officer stopped the 63-year-old man for reportedly drifting out of his lane while driving home from work...
Steps to take after a domestic violence accusation
If a former partner or another family member has accused you of domestic violence, you are likely worried about the potential impact on your emotional stability, career and reputation. Protecting your legal rights can help you navigate this difficult chapter in your...
Could CBD and its extracts lead to a DUI charge in Arizona?
In 2019, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that products made with cannabidiol are legally permitted. While CBD does not generally contain a psychoactive ingredient, some testing kits might detect a trace amount of THC in a person's system after ingesting a CBD product....
Know your rights during a traffic stop
With so many stories of traffic stops gone awry, many people are left wondering what exactly their rights are when they are pulled over for a traffic violation. Police officers are focused on doing their job and possibly securing a citation or even a conviction if a...
No charges filed in Prince’s opioid overdose case
Like all overdose deaths, the death of Prince was tragic and a surprise to many, made even more so by the fact that the pills that killed him were counterfeits, not the Vicodin he had been legally prescribed. The final ruling was that Prince was found unresponsive in...
What is admin per se in Arizona and how to challenge it?
What is admin per se in Arizona? Background: In order for implied consent law to make any sense, a little background is in order. Whether we like it or not, driving is a privilege—not a right—under Arizona law. This has significant legal consequences because it means...
