James E. Novak
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“If there was no “Probable Cause for Arrest”, a good Phoenix criminal defense attorney may be able to get your Phoenix DUI charges dismissed.”

“Probable Cause” for Arrest Standard

“Probable Cause” to arrest is a higher standard than “reasonable suspicion” to stop someone to for DUI or criminal charge investigation. The “Probable Cause” standard is a right that originates from the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution. The Fourth Amendment requires that warrants and arrests be supported by “Probable Cause”. In other words, if no “probable cause for arrest” existed, then the arrest was unlawful; an unlawful arrest is a violation of your rights.

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If you face Tempe DUI or criminal charges, a free consultation with a Tempe criminal defense lawyer or Tempe DUI attorney is a must. You should never “plead guilty” or go to court unrepresented, without at least speaking with a private practice criminal defense lawyer about your matter. There may be defenses that they can use to help you get your charges dismissed or harsh sentences reduced.

Free Consultations

You should know what to expect out of the free consultation. Here are 7 facts and tips to help you get the most out of it:

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“10 things to do after a Chandler DUI arrest that will help you recover from the DUI arrest, and even increase your chances of getting a DUI dismissal”.

DUI Arrest Chandler AZ

If you were arrested for DUI in Chandler AZ, and face active charges, you should consult a criminal defense attorney who defends DUI charges in Chandler as soon as possible. You will need a strong DUI attorney who will protect your rights through the DUI case stages. The Arizona penalties for DUI conviction are harsh and currently include mandatory jail time, even for non-extreme, first time offenders. The stakes are too high to go without good legal representation. There are also things you can do to take control of your life, and to prepare for the challenges ahead that surround the DUI charges.

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Following a Gilbert DUI arrest or criminal charges, you will be taken into custody. It is highly recommended that you arrange for a consultation and retention of criminal defense attorney to represent you in your matter. The “Initial Appearance” is your very first court appearance after the arrest. It will be very brief. This is where the judge informs you of your criminal charges, and sets Release Conditions. In some cases you will want your attorney to file a motion to modify release conditions if they are too harsh, unfair, or unreasonable.

Release Conditions – The Judge’s Considerations for Release Conditions

Release conditions are set by the judge for the purpose of assuring you will appear for your next court date. The judge will consider numerous factors before setting your Release Conditions. Some of these factors include but are not limited to the following:

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AZ Driver’s License Revocation

Driver’s License revocation is the withdrawal or removal of a person’s privilege to drive, for an indefinite length of time.  Revocation of a driver’s license in Arizona is usually the result of multiple or felony DUI convictions or other serious criminal convictions. For many, license revocation can be devastating on a person’s life. It could mean the loss of their job, or future job opportunities, and other adverse impacts on a person or their family.

Chandler DUI Charges & Criminal Convictions that Result in Driver’s License Revocation

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How to Protect Your Rights after a Tempe DUI Arrest

If you were arrested for DUI charges in Tempe AZ, you must to everything you can to protect your rights. By preserving your rights, your Tempe DUI lawyer can use them in your defense. Here are 5 important tips that will help you preserve your rights:

1) Never resist arrest – Once the police have decided to arrest you, they rarely change their mind.  To become argumentative, or to resist arrest, you will only make your situation worse. The police will add additional and more serious charges (such as resisting arrest, or assault to a police officer). Resisting arrest may also lead to physical harm to you as a result of the police using force to make the arrest.

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  • Call around: There are no governing entities in Scottsdale, AZ that dictate what a criminal defense attorney can charge for their services. So you may get quotes with a major gap between high and low. Remember that lower fees do not necessarily mean the attorney is less effective to defend your case. While at the same time, higher costs may not mean they are any more qualified either. There are many factors that attorneys consider for pricing including supply and demand; overhead and operating costs; competition and geographical areas.
  • Request a discount: Many criminal attorneys who defend Scottsdale criminal charges, will extend a discount if you ask for it, and if they feel you are serious about hiring them.
  • Negotiate:  A good number of attorneys will agree to an offer from the client to pay a higher amount up front, example a reasonable and fair amount of $80% to 90% of the total quote. This, in exchange for a 10% to – 20% reduction of the total cost.
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“10 ways good Phoenix DUI Lawyers challenge blood tests results that may lead to a dismissal of your Phoenix DUI charges”

Phoenix DUI Charges

If you were arrested in Phoenix AZ for DUI charges based on blood test results you should contact a lawyer who defends Phoenix DUI charges frequently. There may be defenses that you are not aware of that can lead to a dismissal of your Phoenix DUI charges, if used effectively. Experienced DUI lawyers who defend charges in Phoenix consider the all the circumstances surrounding a specific DUI case when building your defense.

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“Attorney Ratings and Reviews should be considered as one factor, but not the only factor, to help you find the best attorney.”

  1. Licensed Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyer – Make sure they are licensed in Arizona for criminal defense, and defend Mesa Arizona DUI & criminal charges frequently. You can contact the Maricopa County Bar, or the Arizona State Bar for more information. Using a general attorney or a lawyer who practices in multiple areas of law is not recommended for DUI and criminal charges. Arizona DUI and criminal law and legislation are complex; strict, and constantly changing, you will need to hire someone who does it day in and day out.
  2. Attorney Ratings & Reviews – You can find just about anything you want to know about an attorney before hiring them. Valuable resources include attorney rating and reviews on the internet; including search engine; attorney rating and review websites; and ratings or reviews posted on attorney profiles throughout the web; and the various social networks. Reviews are important, but should be just one of many factors. There is one thing to keep in mind about attorney reviews: Understandably if someone has been represented for DUI or criminal charges, they may not be enthusiastic about posting a review. Many review and rating sites require the reviewer to create a profile that can be tracked back to them. They may not want an employer or others to know they had been charged with DUI or other crime. So you will find fewer reviews on Attorney services in contrast to say a restaurant or coffee shop.
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