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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Second DUI Offense in Phoenix

Second DUI Offense in Arizona While some people only make the mistake of drinking and driving once, other people, especially those who may struggle with alcoholism or may otherwise be unable to stop drinking, may fall into the same pattern repeatedly. If you are facing a second DUI offense in...

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Super Extreme DUI Reduced to First Time Regular DUI

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Attempted Murder Charges DISMISSED

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Michael - Phoenix DUI Arrest
Felony DUI Charge Reduced to a Fine

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T. McCarty- Extreme DUI Charge Possible 30 Days Jail
Reduced to Reckless Driving and a Fine

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Andrea- Disorderly Conduct and Domestic Violence
Charged Dismissed

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Tyler Goodwill - DUI
Charges Reduced to Minimum
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