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DUI Defense in Arizona
In Arizona, even your first DUI offense can lead to jail time, license suspension, a required interlock ignition device in your car, and a costly fine. Arja Shah has a proven track record of successfully defending DUI cases and fully understands all DUI laws in Arizona. Arja will investigate all charges and devise a strong defense that can help you get reduced or dismissed DUI charges. By contacting Phoenix DUI attorney Arja Shah immediately, you can ensure that your rights, your record, and your future are protected.
There are many important decisions to make when facing a DUI charge, and none more vital to your defense than hiring a DUI Defense Law Firm that provides incredible value, experience and knowledge of the proper way to handle a DUI charge. Arizona statutes take DUI charges very seriously and have some of the harshest penalties for first-time offenders in the nation. As such, these charges can be some of the most difficult to defend against. Attorney Arja Shah’s drunk driving defense experience means that your case will be thoroughly investigated, and a strong defense devised.
Some of the aspects of your case Arja will challenge include:
DUI Stops: Did the officer have suspicion to stop your car? Were there signs you were impaired?
Field testing: Were the sobriety tests conducted by law according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?
Blood/breath testing: Were there any malfunctions associated with the testing?
Possible Consequences of a DUI in Arizona:
Even a first-time DUI is nothing to take lightly, which is why is it important to hire an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer. The penalties can put a real hardship on your personal and professional life.
Mandatory Jail Time: Sentencing can range from one day to six months in jail. The minimum sentence is 10 days in jail, of which nine may be suspended with successful completion of alcohol classes.
Financial Penalties: A minimum of $250 fine, $210 surcharge, $500 prison fund, $500 public safety equipment fund, $20 time pay fee, $20 probation fee and $13 law enforcement assessment. Adding up to $1,513 in total fees, fines and payments.
License Suspension: Conviction will include a minimum 90-day license suspension with a maximum of one year.
Other consequences include: Possible probation of up to five years, mandatory alcohol/drug screening and classes, possible community service, jail incarceration fines, possible monthly probation fees, possible SR22 insurance, and one-year mandatory Ignition Interlock.