Florence DUI Defense Lawyers

Criminal Defense Attorneys Designing Customized Defense Strategies to Address DUI Charges in Florence, AZ

Every DUI case is different. While law enforcement tends to treat every single driver who appears intoxicated exactly the same way, the circumstances of each case are unique. Some drivers have been arrested for DUI because their tiredness was mistaken for drug impairment, because they could not hear the officer's instructions during field sobriety testing, or because the police claimed that they smelled marijuana in the vehicle. Often, the proven facts of a case are not enough to support a conviction, especially once you have had the opportunity to raise a defense. This is where an experienced criminal defense attorney comes in.

The practiced and proven Florence, AZ DUI attorneys at The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. believe that there is no such thing as a routine DUI case. We will carefully review the facts reported by the police and your account of what happened to determine the defense that is most likely to succeed in your case. Many drivers have extremely strong defenses that they are not aware of until a skilled attorney reviews their case. Any error by law enforcement, like using improperly calibrated equipment to administer a breath test or making an illegal traffic stop, could be fatal to the state's case against you. We will take care to identify every possible defense you have so that we can offer you the best representation possible.

What Is Extreme DUI?

The offense of extreme DUI may apply if you are arrested for drunk driving, and your BAC was at least 0.15 percent, which is about twice the legal limit of 0.08 percent. In cases involving a BAC of higher than 0.20 percent, you might be charged with super extreme DUI. Aside from cases where aggravating factors may result in felony DUI charges, extreme DUI and super extreme DUI cases are classified as misdemeanors, although they do carry enhanced sentencing.

How Do Drug DUIs Work in Arizona?

Some states have adopted an approach that requires the state to prove that a driver was actually intoxicated at the time of arrest to secure a DUI conviction. In Arizona, you could be convicted of DUI if you merely test positive for drugs after being arrested. Since many drugs can stay in your body for days or weeks after your last use, this puts anyone who regularly uses certain prescription drugs or street drugs in jeopardy of being charged with drug-related DUI every time they drive.

What Happens if I Caused an Accident?

You may be facing harsh penalties if you are accused of causing an accident while driving drunk. The specific charges you could face depend on factors like whether anyone was injured or killed, the costs of any resulting property damage, and whether you fled the scene.

What Happens if I Am Arrested for DUI While Underage?

If you are under 21 years old, you can be charged with DUI for driving with any detectable amount of alcohol in your body. You could also be charged with a separate offense called Minor Driving With Alcohol in Body. Your driver's license could be suspended for up to two years. Students may also be subject to discipline at school following an arrest.

Can I Be Arrested for DUI While Sitting in a Parked Car?

Unfortunately, you can be arrested on suspicion of DUI if you have actual physical control of a vehicle, even if you were not actually driving. However, the state would need to show that you were likely to start driving. Important factors include whether you were in the driver's seat, whether the vehicle was running, and where the keys were.

Could I Go to Jail for a First-Time DUI?

You will likely have to serve at least one full day in jail if you are convicted of a first DUI. The mandatory minimum sentence is 10 days, but nine days can be suspended if you complete a drug and alcohol evaluation.

Contact Our Florence, Arizona DUI Attorneys Today

The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. fights to protect the rights of DUI defendants. Our experienced lawyers will fight to have your charges dismissed or reduced, and we are always ready to take your case to trial if needed. Contact our office at 520-220-5047 to set up a free consultation.