Keep in Mind Arizona’s DUI Laws During Super Bowl 2023 Weekend
Thousands of people are anticipated to travel to Phoenix, Arizona, for the 2023 Super Bowl. Both visitors and residents must be mindful of Arizona’s DUI laws amid all the excitement and celebrations. If you have been charged with a DUI, you need to speak to an experienced criminal defense lawyer at the Shah Law Firm as soon as possible.
Did You Know? High Altitude Can Make you Feel More Drunk, But Are You Actually?
Altitude does affect alcohol tolerance, as it can be harder to process alcohol at higher altitudes. This is because the air pressure decreases with altitude, affecting the rate at which oxygen moves from the lungs into the bloodstream. When there is less oxygen in the bloodstream, it takes longer for alcohol to break down and be processed by the body, leading to a decreased tolerance.
How to Visit an Inmate at Watkins Jail in Phoenix
The Watkins Jail is located in Maricopa County at 2680 South 28th Drive Phoenix, AZ 85009. Like other facilities, the Watkins Jail has specific rules for visitation. This building was built to serve as a minimum-security and medium-security jail for people who are accused of fairly minor offenses.
Shoplifting Laws in Arizona – How to Drop Charges
Many Arizonans think that shoplifting is minor. However, being caught shoplifting could expose you to potentially severe penalties. Depending on the worth of the goods involved and whether a firearm was involved will likely determine how serious your offense will be. If you have been charged with...
Maricopa County Jail
What are the Different Jails in Maricopa County? Maricopa County, Arizona, has multiple jails. Five separate facilities within the Maricopa County jail system are located throughout the county. Each jail is operated by personnel from the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. When people are arrested...
Can I Get Arrested for DUI While Not Driving?
Can I Get Arrested for DUI while not Driving? Many people believe that you can't be arrested for a DUI in Arizona unless you are driving. But that is not the case - we have defended numerous clients that were charged with a DUI while not driving, or what is called "actual physical control" of...
Marijuana Charges Dropped / Marijuana Expungement – Prop 207
Arizona voters resoundingly passed Proposition 207 on Nov. 3, 2020. This law legalizes the recreational use of marijuana in Arizona by adults ages 21 and older. It also offers some important remedies to people who have certain types of marijuana charges, or convictions, removed from their records....
Arrested for Domestic Violence But You Didn’t Start the Fight
In Arizona, being arrested for domestic violence is among the most overcharged types of offenses, and they carry significant penalties. Most domestic violence cases involve minor altercations between partners, spouses, or family members. If the police are called on a report of potential domestic...
How Much Does a Scottsdale DUI Lawyer Cost?
If you have been arrested or charged with a Scottsdale DUI, it's critically important that you act as quickly as you can to ensure that the court knows you take the charges seriously. But beyond that, it's important to simply face the consequences, no matter how scary that might seem right now,...
What a Second DUI in Arizona Within 7 Years Means?
If you are arrested for a second DUI in Arizona within seven years, you might think you know what to expect. However, getting a second DUI charge within seven years will subject you to much harsher penalties. The consequences for a second Arizona DUI will depend on your blood alcohol concentration...
What Arizona Gun Rights Do I Have if Convicted of a Crime?
Many people in Arizona are convicted of misdemeanors or felonies each year. Misdemeanor crimes are considered to be less severe than felony crimes. In addition to the penalties you might face for a conviction, one type of collateral consequence that you might face is a loss of your civil rights,...
Tips to Avoid Boating DUI/OUI Charges on Memorial Day DUI Weekend
The upcoming weekend means that the cooler days of spring are quickly ending. More people will be headed out to vacation destinations, popular nightlife spots, lakes and rivers, and concerts. This also means an increase in Memorial Day DUI arrests. While Memorial Day weekend can be a fun way to...