Arizona DUI Blog
Aaron Black offers exceptional legal services, focusing in DUI and criminal defense. DUI offenses in Arizona involve complex legal issues that require representation by a knowledgeable and experienced attorney who understands the intricacies of DUI laws.Follow our blog to stay up to date with the latest DUI laws.
Do I Need an Attorney at My DUI Arraignment in Phoenix, AZ?
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Aaron Black • June, 25, 2020
An arraignment is the first time a person who has been arrested for an Arizona DUI offense will face an impartial judge.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 345
Is a DUI a Felony in Phoenix, Arizona?
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Aaron Black • June, 11, 2020
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DUI Defense |
Views: 907
Does a DUI Mean Jail Time in Phoenix, Arizona?
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Aaron Black • June, 04, 2020
If you have been charged with a DUI, is serving jail time in your future? a complex question with different answers depending upon four factors.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 835
Second Super Extreme DUI Penalties Are Severe in Phoenix, AZ
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Aaron Black • May, 28, 2020
A second conviction of super extreme DUI within seven years of the first conviction raises the offense to a class 1 misdemeanor, the most serious of misdemeanors.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 372
Have you been charged with Bath Salts Impairment during the COVID-19 Shutdown?
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Aaron Black • May, 14, 2020
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DUI Defense |
Views: 662
How Long Does Arizona Have to Charge an Aggravated DUI?
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Aaron Black • May, 07, 2020
The long arm of the law in Arizona stretches into the future seven years for aggravated DUI cases.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 806
Have you been accused of being a Porch Pirate during COVID-19?
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Aaron Black • April, 23, 2020
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 545
What Happens at an Arraignment in Arizona?
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Aaron M. Black • April, 16, 2020
An arraignment must be held within 24 hours if you’re in custody, and if that doesn’t happen, the charge will be immediately dismissed.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 760
Domestic Violence during COVID-19 Stay at Home order in Phoenix, AZ
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Aaron M. Black • April, 09, 2020
Being shut in with family can cause emotions to flare over small things causing tempers to rage, ending in accusations of domestic violence.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 651
Phoenix DUI, Criminal, & Domestic Violence defense during COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic
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Aaron Black • April, 03, 2020
Arizona courts have, for the most part, closed to the public, and there are no jury trials taking place right now until at least May 1, 2020.
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DUI Defense, Criminal Defense |
Views: 867
What Does Drug ‘Threshold’ Mean in Phoenix, Arizona?
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Aaron Black • April, 02, 2020
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Drug Possession |
Views: 533
What’s considered a Dangerous Drug in Phoenix, AZ?
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Aaron Black • March, 26, 2020
Possessing, consuming, manufacturing, selling, or transporting dangerous drugs in Arizona and to other states is a felony.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 616
How can I be Charged with an Aggravated DUI in Phoenix, AZ?
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Aaron Black • March, 19, 2020
Raising a DUI to the aggravated felony means more severe punishments including mandatory jail time.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 457
St. Patrick’s Day Brews DUI Checkpoints in Phoenix, AZ
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Aaron Black • March, 12, 2020
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DUI Defense |
Views: 547
Super Extreme DUI while visiting Phoenix, AZ
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Aaron Black • March, 05, 2020
A criminal conviction for a Super Extreme DUI stays on public record for life and can be viewed by law enforcement in other states.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 531
If a minor gets a DUI in Phoenix, AZ is it a felony or misdemeanor?
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Aaron Black • February, 27, 2020
An underage DUI arrest can be made even if the minor wasn’t driving. All that is necessary is that the minor was in “actual physical control” of the vehicle.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 1049
Are Police Allowed to Search My Car in Phoenix, AZ Without a Warrant?
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Aaron Black • February, 20, 2020
Without a search warrant, police must have “probable cause” or at least a “reasonable suspicion” to search your vehicle.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 879
How Long Will My DUI Conviction in Phoenix, AZ Stay on My Record?
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Aaron Black • February, 06, 2020
Arizona doesn’t allow a way to expunge a conviction, however, there is a way to reduce the stigma of some DUI convictions.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 2705
Phoenix, AZ Drug Recognition Experts on the Frontline of Drug DUIs
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Aaron Black • January, 30, 2020
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DUI Defense |
Views: 529
Courtroom Standards of Conduct in Arizona Courtrooms
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Aaron Black • January, 23, 2020
In court, you need to wear clothes that are appropriate for a business setting, not casual attire such as open-toe shoes.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 271
‘Hidden Dangers’ of Ignition Interlock Devices in Arizona
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Aaron Black • January, 16, 2020
The ignition interlock device will randomly require you to blow into it for several seconds.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 670
Second Arizona DUI Brings 30-Day Vehicle Impoundment
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Aaron Black • January, 09, 2020
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DUI Defense |
Views: 624
What Happens if I Get a DUI While Driving On a Suspended License In Phoenix, AZ?
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Aaron Black • January, 02, 2020
If you plead or are found guilty of driving on a suspended license, you’ll be placed on probation when your sentence is fulfilled.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 716
What Questions Should I Ask when hiring a DUI Defense Attorney in Phoenix, AZ?
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Aaron Black • December, 26, 2019
Attorney referrals can come from family and friends, and if that isn’t working you can research DUI Lawyers Online.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 701
Arizona’s ‘Conforming Reckless’ Alternative in DUI Cases
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Aaron Black • December, 19, 2019
Not every jurisdiction in Arizona applies conforming reckless as an alternative to a DUI conviction.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 1411
Can Arizona’s Dram Shops and Social Hosts Be Liable?
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Aaron M. Black • December, 12, 2019
Businesses serving alcoholic drinks are known as dram shops, a historic term for businesses selling spirits by the dram.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 787
Phoenix, AZ Repeat DUI Offenders Face Severe Consequences
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Aaron Black • December, 05, 2019
Generally, punishments in Phoenix, AZ and surrounding communities for repeat offenders are much more serious than the first DUI offense.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 517
Can I get home detention for a DUI in Scottsdale, AZ?
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Aaron Black • November, 26, 2019
To get enrolled in Arizona’s home detention program some time must be spent in jail, how long and if detention is allowed is determined by the jurisdiction involved.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 1160
Can I avoid the Ignition Interlock Device in Phoenix, AZ?
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Aaron Black • November, 14, 2019
An Ignition Interlock Device (IID) has a breathalyzer that detects alcohol when the driver exhales into it before starting their car.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 758
Is Jail Mandatory for an Arizona DUI Conviction?
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Aaron Black • November, 08, 2019
Judges are allowed to use discretion in deciding sentences and there can be differences among cities in which the offense occurred.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 6480
Arizona’s Actual Physical Control Law in DUI Cases
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Aaron Black • October, 31, 2019
Actual physical control now means the defendant’s access to the vehicle must be either “present or imminent.”
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 702
DUIs for Synthetic Drug use and Possession in Arizona
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Aaron Black • October, 24, 2019
Arizona law classifies synthetic drug violations as a class 2 misdemeanor or a felony can be charged against those who have prior criminal offenses.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 432
Filing a Complaint for an Unlawful DUI Arrest in Arizona
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Aaron Black • October, 17, 2019
If you feel like you've been falsely arrested for a DUI consult with an experienced DUI defense attorney after the arrest to develop the complaint to achieve the best possible outcome.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 910
Arizona Drive-by Shooting Law and Defenses
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Aaron Black • October, 10, 2019
Drive-by shootings and episodes of road rage also have predictable drive-by results, unintended victims.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 533
Did you know that DUI Blood Tests in Arizona Can Be Inaccurate?
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Aaron Black • October, 03, 2019
Blood testing to determine the Blood-Alcohol Concentration (BAC) when suspected of drinking and driving is not infallible.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 2122
Arizona Open Container Law: What is Legal & What is Not
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Aaron Black • September, 26, 2019
An open container is defined in Arizona law as a beverage that has a broken seal and a portion of the contents have been removed.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 9918
Stopped But Not Cited for a Phoenix, AZ DUI? A Charge is Still Possible
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Aaron Black • September, 12, 2019
In some instances after a traffic stop for suspicion of drinking and driving, the police won't arrest you immediately but they will conduct an investigation and the prosecution will determine if the evidence is sufficient to charge you.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 444
Arizona’s Criminal Damage Charged in DUI and Other Crimes
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Aaron Black • September, 05, 2019
Criminal damage is charged in Phoenix, Az and surrounding DUI cases involving vehicle crashes.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 760
AZ Cardinals Chief Operating Officer Suspended
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Aaron Black • September, 03, 2019
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DUI Defense |
Views: 283
