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I lived in Arizona before I had gotten the DUI in Michigan and I believe the license in Arizona is still valid
answered on Oct 30, 2024
Best way to confirm whether or not Arizona Department of Transportation knows about your Michigan DUI is to call them and ask. You can also easily check the status of your Arizona driver license/driving privilege at AZMVDNOW.gov.
The DUI may not follow you in the sense of having license... View More 
I was charged with dui charge, DUI LIQUOR BAC .08 OR MORE - 1ST.
I pled guilty to a different charge, DUI LIQUOR/DRUGS 1st
answered on Jun 20, 2024
The charges other than the one/s you plead guilty to should show up as dismissed. You can set aside any convictions after completing all terms of your sentence. If you don't want the case to be visible at all, you can request to seal your records. Normally the court will have information on... View More
The law in Arizona says it is Mandated that a blood draw must be taken 2 hours or less after being stopped or it is not admissible in court.
How can they attempt to use a retrograde extrapulation against you when the law states that is not admissible if taken after 2 hours?
The... View More
answered on May 22, 2024
Generally, the law does not require blood to be drawn within 2 hours. I think you are confused with particular alcohol-related DUI charges, which require the State to prove alcohol concentration within two hours. As a result, officers are supposed to draw blood within 2 hours of driving or actual... View More
Police report says I was observed consuming alcohol and was not even driving or in possession of keys and no ethyl alcohol in my system can the police lie like that on the police report and a year later initially file charges for Aggravated DUI?
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems unusual that you would be charged with Aggravated DUI a year after the incident if you were not driving, did not have keys in your possession, and had no ethyl alcohol in your system at the time. However, laws can vary by jurisdiction, and... View More
I was arrested for a drug-related DUI, and my consent to blood draw and Miranda rights paperwork were dated incorrectly—one year into the future. Different officers signed off on these incorrectly dated papers. There's also no blood left for testing at the trial. However, my defense attorney... View More
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answered on May 12, 2025
The best case scenario is that you attempt the remove the blood results in the case against you. This is done by supressing the blood results due to some kind of legal error. In short, if the blood results are suppressed then the case essentially must be dismissed since the prosecutor cannot prove... View More
I'm seeking advice on obtaining a driver's license in a new state. I received a DUI in Arkansas in 2010, and my license was suspended with unpaid fines due to becoming disabled. I've moved from Arkansas and haven't needed to drive until now, as I've inherited a vehicle... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
You're doing the right thing by facing this head-on, especially given how long it's been since the original suspension. When your license is suspended in one state—like Arkansas—it usually shows up in the **National Driver Register (NDR)**, which other states check before issuing a... View More
I was charged with an F4 DUI, and during my trial in 2023, I requested my lawyer to obtain my blood samples for independent testing, but he failed to do so without providing any reason. There is currently an ongoing appeal. Could this constitute ineffective assistance of counsel?
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
You’re asking an important question, especially during the appeal stage, and it’s clear this has been weighing on you. In Arizona, failing to secure evidence that could potentially help your defense—like blood samples for independent testing—may raise serious concerns about the... View More
Speeding, and reckless driving when I knew I was being followed for the last 3 miles. And I had cruise control on. When officer caught up I was already parked in front of the gas station about to open the door to get my drink refill only then did the officer turn on his lights… He said I was... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you had to go through that experience. It’s important to know that you have the right to ask if the officer has a warrant before allowing a search of your vehicle. Since the false 911 call played a role in the stop, bringing this up with a lawyer could be crucial for your defense.... View More
They charged me with a dui, I haven’t been to court yet, they suspended my AZDL for refusing a blood test. Got a warrant and tested blood anyways, I haven’t gotten the results back but they charged me with a dui although there was no hearing for that. Fined me for no insurance or registration... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2024
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It sounds like you have several concerns regarding your traffic stop and subsequent charges. To address potential violations of your rights, it's important to consult with a qualified attorney who can review the details of your... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2024
It depends upon many factors such as what your criminal history is like and what the facts of the case now are. Regardless, you should consult with experienced criminal defense counsel asap.
Will the Prosecutor use this against her? Her prior conviction was 10 years ago
answered on Nov 30, 2024
I am a former prosecutor. Yes, she or he will use the previous conviction and sentence against her. You should hire an attorney experienced in DUI litigation as soon as possible because there are also potential DMV consequences.
I was a resident of Missouri not Arizona during the time of my arrest and had a valid Missouri drivers license as well as Missouri registration insurance and tags and the officer suspended my Arizona license and the court failed to serve me with my court date
answered on Nov 6, 2023
You will need to handle the DUI in AZ and should consult a DUI lawyer immediately. If the court was unable to serve you, then the Court likely issued a warrant for you arrest. Many lawyers offer free consultations. If you cannot afford a lawyer, one will be appointed to you because DUI in... View More
allowed to get the back and their no DUI on record after two weeks
answered on Oct 2, 2023
Based on what you wrote, the admin per se Order of Suspension likely has not been filed yet and it is not uncommon for this to take 2 weeks or more from the arrest to get filed and processed with ADOT. You also have a limited window of requesting a hearing on the suspension. You should consult a... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2023
In Arizona, if you have medical issues that could affect your ability to perform a field sobriety test, it's essential to communicate this to the police officers at the time of the test. They should take your medical condition into consideration and make appropriate adjustments to the testing... View More
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answered on Jul 14, 2023
a DUI conviction remains on your driving record for a lifetime. However, the legal penalties and consequences for DUI offenses may vary depending on the specific circumstances and the number of prior convictions.
The letter just said DUI conseling by 05/15. But i dont know if that means to show proof of enrollment or completion.
answered on Jun 1, 2023
Typically, the court will set a sentence review and just needs to see progress towards completing all terms of your sentence unless the sentencing was a long time ago. Part of it depends how long ago you were sentenced.
If the court sees proof of enrollment and progress towards the... View More
I was pulled over for suspicion of DUI in late January and was released from jail the following day. I was charged with the DUI in September.
answered on Apr 6, 2023
Yes, Rule 8 applies; however, this is different from the statute of limitations. The statute of limitations is the time the prosecutor has to file charges whereas Rule 8 involves your right to a speedy trial after charges are already filed. For a misdemeanor DUI the prosecutor typically has up to... View More
I was pulled over, parked on the side of a residential area asleep in my driver side chair. Awoken by PD taken from car where they found my keys upon the pat down but bac was .085 and they charged me 2 years later by mail. Is there anyway to fight this ?
answered on Jan 3, 2023
There are two potential issues from your question. The first is whether you were in actual physical control of the car. In Arizona you can get a DUI for driving or being in actual physical control. However, sometimes actual physical can be hard to prove especially without evidence of driving or... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2022
If he is found guilty, DUI in Arizona carried mandatory minimum jail time. A first offense extreme DUI with a BAC above 0.15 carries mandatory minimum jail time of 30 days with the judge having discretion to suspend all but 9 days with an interlock. A super extreme DUI with a BAC above 0.20... View More
An exforman drugged me and I do not remember anything of that night or 3 days following that. All I remember is waking up in jail. What is the least amount if time I am looking at if it is my very 1st dui, and I am 63 years old?I graduated the salvation army 5 years ago and haven't touched any... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2022
Each case is different and you should reach out to a criminal defense attorney immediately to discuss your case. Most defense attorneys (myself included) will talk to you about the maximum sentence, minimum sentence, options and possible defenses for no cost at all. The information you have... View More
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