Arizona DUI Blog
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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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Views: 629
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: 2103
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: 441
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: 220
‘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: 547
Second Arizona DUI Brings 30-Day Vehicle Impoundment
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Aaron Black • January, 09, 2020
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DUI Defense |
Views: 526
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: 498
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: 628
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: 1052
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: 559
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: 416
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: 929
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: 622
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: 3995
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: 470
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: 373
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: 818
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: 449
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: 1491
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: 6074
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: 384
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: 646
AZ Cardinals Chief Operating Officer Suspended
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Aaron Black • September, 03, 2019
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DUI Defense |
Views: 254
Happy Labor Day!
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Aaron Black • August, 30, 2019
As always, Aaron is available 24/7 and represents Clients in all Arizona City, State, and Federal courts.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 270
What if I fail to obey an Arizona Police Officer’s Order?
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Aaron Black • August, 29, 2019
A person can’t “willfully fail or refuse” any lawful order or direction given by a police officer under Arizona Revised Statute §28-622(A).
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 1122
Endangerment in Arizona includes Driving under the Influence
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Aaron Black • August, 22, 2019
There are numerous situations of endangerment which includes driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 389
Arizona Cardinals’ Chief Operating Officer Arrested for DUI
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Aaron Black • August, 15, 2019
Arizona has a no tolerance policy for drinking and driving or for being in “actual physical control” of a vehicle.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 374
What is considered Unlawful Imprisonment in Arizona?
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Aaron Black • August, 08, 2019
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DUI Defense |
Views: 1449
Shoplifting Laws in Arizona - What You Need to Know
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Aaron Black • August, 01, 2019
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 2845
DUI Bride in Arizona: The Importance of Remaining Silent
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Aaron Black • July, 25, 2019
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DUI Defense |
Views: 597
July is USA’s Deadliest Month for DUI Fatalities
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Aaron Black • July, 19, 2019
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DUI Defense |
Views: 302
DUI Task Forces will be in Full Swing over the 4th of July Holiday
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Aaron Black • July, 03, 2019
Remember, Arizona is a zero tolerance state meaning that police can arrest you if you’re only “slightly impaired.”
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DUI Defense |
Views: 312
Law and Science of Detecting Drug Impairment in Arizona
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Aaron Black • June, 27, 2019
Prescription, illicit and some of the over-the-counter cold remedies have the chemical ability to cause impairment.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 710
Perils of Unlawful Flight from Arizona Police
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Aaron Black • June, 20, 2019
The most dangerous episodes of fleeing are those who decide to run to avoid detection as an impaired driver.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 705
Driving on a Suspended License in Phoenix, AZ is Risky Business
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Aaron Black • June, 13, 2019
Arizona Revised Statute §28-3473 allows suspending, revoking, canceling, or refusing to issue a license for the privilege to drive on the state’s roadways.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 1054
Arizona gets Tough on Domestic Animal Cruelty
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Aaron Black • June, 06, 2019
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 601
Extreme & Super Extreme DUI Differences in Phoenix, AZ
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Aaron Black • May, 30, 2019
The principal difference between an extreme DUI and a Super Extreme DUI is the amount of alcohol in a person’s system.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 450
Don’t let Memorial Day Boating Sink your Life in Phoenix, AZ
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Aaron Black • May, 23, 2019
Arizona’s no tolerance policy enacts harsh penalties for boating while impaired as they are the same as driving intoxicated on roads.
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DUI Defense |
Views: 632
Phoenix, AZ Street Racing’s Dangerous Past & Present
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Aaron Black • May, 16, 2019
Department of Public Safety officers can cite racers not only with this statute but also with criminal speeding and reckless driving.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 1671
Fleeing Serious Injury and Fatal Crashes is a Felony
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Aaron Black • May, 09, 2019
Leaving the scene of a fatal crash is a violation of Arizona Revised Statute §28-661 and a class 3 felony.
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Criminal Defense |
Views: 577
