How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record in Arizona?
One of the biggest points of confusion in an Arizona DUI case is that people use the word “record” to mean two different things. Your driving record is maintained through the Arizona Department of Transportation and Motor Vehicle Division. It reflects license actions, moving violations, and other driving-related history. Your criminal record comes from the court system and shows criminal charges, case outcomes, and any criminal convictions.
DUI Arrest and Arizona’s New Expungement Law: Clearing Your Record Under ARS §13-911
Learn how Arizona’s new expungement law under ARS §13-911 can help seal a DUI conviction from public view. Find out the difference between a set aside and expungement, eligibility requirements, and how Shah Law Firm can help you petition the court for relief.
Can I Be Charged with a DUI for Prescription Anxiety Medication?
Driving under the influence (DUI) is most commonly associated with alcohol, but in Arizona, you can also face DUI charges for driving while impaired by prescription medications, including anxiety medication.
Spring Break DUIs and Drug Arrests in Arizona: How Traffic Stops Lead to Serious Charges
Spring break in Arizona brings large crowds to places like Scottsdale, Tempe, and Phoenix. With packed bars, pool parties, and major events, law enforcement increases patrols and sets up DUI enforcement operations across Maricopa County. What may begin as a routine traffic stop can quickly turn into a DUI or drug arrest with life-changing consequences.
Employment and Liability Consequences: What Happens if You Get a DUI While Driving a Company Vehicle in Arizona?
Under Arizona law, specifically ARS 28-1381, driving under the influence means operating or being in actual physical control of a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs. Whether you are in your own car or a commercial vehicle in Arizona, the law applies the same way. However, the real difference comes from how employers, insurance companies, and licensing agencies respond when the vehicle belongs to your company.
Fighting a Child in a Car DUI Charge in Tempe
At Shah Law Firm PLLC, we have defended countless cases where the impaired driver wasn’t alone in their motor vehicle. A child in a car DUI requires immense knowledge of DUI laws and repercussions. If you or a loved one are facing a child in a car DUI charge in or around Tempe, Arizona, it’s...
Drug Trafficking Charges Defense in Apache Junction
If you or a loved one are facing drug trafficking charges in Arizona, it’s important to contact our experienced drug trafficking charges defense team. At Shah Law Firm PLLC, we understand all drug trafficking laws in Arizona and can uphold them in all legal proceedings. Drug trafficking charges...
How a Mesa Drug Crimes Attorney Can Successfully Represent You
A drug-related crime charge can have damaging implications. Professions who have a license are in danger of losing it, and anyone who runs a business faces a ruined reputation. Having the stigma of a drug crime on your record in and around Mesa can also jeopardize your chances at finding a job in...
Hire Disorderly Contact Conduct Charges Defense in Mesa
By taking the time to hire a disorderly conduct charges defense team in Mesa, you can ensure you’re represented the way that you deserve. At Shah Law Firm PLLC, we have a proven track record of success defending individuals facing charges like yours. We begin preparing for your case immediately...
About Criminal Trespass Charges Defense in Phoenix
In Arizona, trespassing involves a situation where someone intentionally enters and spends time on a property without the owner’s permission. This can be applied to no-trespassing areas too. This can turn into criminal trespass when the person enters a residential property in a reckless way,...
How a Bank Fraud Charges Defense Attorney in Scottsdale Can Help You
It’s not uncommon for unethical bank loan officers to submit false information on applications, as was the case during the housing loan crisis. When the federal government gets involved, it prosecutes everyone involved, including those who were misled into submitting these applications. When this...
Why Having Aggravated Assault Charges Defense in Tempe is Important
Facing aggravated assault charges is not easy. Violent offenders in Arizona face harsh penalties when they’re convicted. This is why it’s so important to hire aggravated assault charges defense from Shah Law Firm PLLC immediately after being arrested and charged. At Shah Law Firm PLLC, we fully...
Beat a DUI Arrest
Okay, if you google searched “beat a DUI arrest” chances are high that you need an attorney. If your DUI was straight forward and you have no prior convictions a Scottsdale DUI Attorney can easily help you. Say you got pulled over during one of Scottsdale’s routine holiday DUI check points, and...
Arizona Court of Appeals Contradicts the Medical Marijuana Act
The Arizona Court of Appeals decided State v. Jones in a questionable 2-1 decision that appears to ignore the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act (“AMMA”). Defendant Rodney Jones was a registered qualifying patient under AMMA allowing him to possess under 2.5 ounces of usable...
Avoid DUI’s, Domestic Violence and Other Crimes this Halloween
Halloween is not just for kids, especially in 2018. People, dressed up or not, look forward all year to dressing up and going out. Festive Halloween themed drinks and parties are looked forward to all year. While there is nothing wrong with having a few drinks in the spirit of Halloween,...
Types Of Domestic Violence: What Defendants Should Know
Types Of Domestic Violence: What Defendants Should Know Sexual violence includes physical violations consisting of pushing sexual contact, rape, and prostitution, in addition to any unwanted sexual advances consisting of dealing with somebody in a sexually demeaning way or other conduct of a...
When is a DUI Considered a Felony?
To be caught driving with a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) over the legal limit is a grave legal problem that can have extremely severe consequences. However, in most cases, a first time DUI charge is still a misdemeanor offense. A misdemeanor offense is a crime for which the maximum jail sentence is...
Drug Possession Classes
Possession of illegal narcotics and mind-altering substances is a crime throughout the United States. However, all drug crimes are not the same, and the classification of drug crimes and the penalties for drug crimes vary depending on the drugs in question, the quantities of said drugs, and...
Assault Charges What Happens
An assault charge is a grave legal predicament. To be convicted of assault in the United States can result in stark penalties such as jail time, probation and heavy fines. The laws regarding assault vary from state to state but the general definition of assault across the United States is any act...
Shoplifting What Happens in Court
Most people who find themselves in trouble for crimes like shoplifting or petty theft often think that the item they are stealing is of too little value to land them in big trouble. However, the consequences of illegally taking something that is not yours can still result in significant penalties....
Learn How to Protect Your Rights When You Are Arrested for a Crime in Arizona
Being arrested and charged with a crime is a stressful and confusing experience. One minute you are free and the next you may find yourself placed in handcuffs and transported to jail for processing. During this period of mental and physical exhaustion, prosecutors will likely try to get you to...
Some Useful Facts About BUI in Phoenix
We are all-too-familiar with driving under the influence (DUI), what with all the road mishaps and the injuries and fatalities they bring every year. But many do not know there are also laws against boating under the influence or BUI. Of course, not too many people own or drive boats, which is...
DUI’S AND IMMIGRATION UNDER THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION
I read this article and have been following the news closely as it relates to minor traffic offenses and immigration rights. Expect a long road of constitutional challenges and public debate!
Arizona DUI Tips: What You Need to Know
The Arizona DUI Court Process The DUI Court Process can be a very intimidating process for anyone--especially for someone that has never been involved in the court process before. Mrs. Shah is extremely familiar with the Arizona DUI and Criminal Court processes throughout the entire State of...
Can an Arizona DUI Charge Be Dropped or Dismissed? Top Legal DUI Defense Strategies
If you are facing a DUI in Arizona, one of the first questions that comes to mind is whether your DUI charge can actually be dismissed. The answer is yes, but it depends heavily on the facts of your case, the evidence involved, and whether your rights were violated during the investigation or arrest. Not every DUI case results in a conviction, and many cases are reduced or even thrown out when handled properly.
7 Tips on Incarceration in Arizona
Tip #1. Enter on a full stomach. Plan on being in a holding cell for between 18 and 24 hours, both when you enter Tent City, and when being released Tip #2. Dress warmly. It is extremely cold at night, even in the summer. Dress in layers to allow for removal of clothing. Also, you...
Top 10 Myths Surrounding DUI & DUI Law in AZ
DUI Myths in the State of Arizona Myth # 1. I will only get stopped for a DUI if I am driving all over the road. FALSE. Officers aren’t just out looking for erratic driving. I would say about half of all people stopped, who ultimately get arrested for DUI, are driving just fine, but their license...
DUI Do’s and Don’ts in Phoenix
DUI Do‘s and Don’ts Driving under the influence is a serious crime that can bring major consequences. However, just because you are arrested doesn't mean you are guaranteed to be convicted of the crime. In fact, as long as you know what to do and what not to do, you can increase your chances of a...
Where Self Driving Cars Will Take Us
I came across this article that I found interesting in regards to self driving cars. Obviously, it affects DUI laws, but I overlooked how self driving cars can and will change the restaurant industry and others....
