Tempe, AZ DUI Lawyer

A motor vehicle in the hands of an impaired driver can become a large and dangerous projectile capable of causing damage to property and extreme harm to others. The Tempe police take driving under the influence incredibly seriously, so if you’ve recently been charged with DUI, you need an aggressive attorney on your side. Conviction could mean facing a number of penalties such as a suspended or revoked license, expensive fines, or even jail time. At times, it may seem like you don’t have a chance at fighting the charges, but any case can be investigated and explored for weaknesses. Alatorre Law is a firm that is dedicated to building the strongest defense and tirelessly defending clients’ legal rights. Call our Tempe DUI lawyer today to schedule your free consultation and learn more about our strategic approach to fighting charges.

Differences Between DUI Charges

Most DUI charges in Arizona are classified as misdemeanors, but there are some cases in which charges may be upgraded to a felony or aggravated DUI charge. You are likely facing a misdemeanor charge if you were driving impaired to the slightest degree while under the influence of alcohol or drugs or had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) between 0.08% and 0.149% at the time of arrest

Charges may be enhanced to a felony, or aggravated DUI, if:

• You committed a DUI while your license is suspended
• You received 3 or more DUIs in a 7-year period
• You committed a DUI with a passenger in the car who is under 15 years old
• You committed a DUI when you have an engine interlock restriction
• You drove the wrong way on a highway while committing a DUI

It is not uncommon for multiple counts of felony DUI to be charged in a single arrest. An experienced attorney who is well-practiced with Arizona DUI laws will give you the best chance at beating these charges. 

Consequences Of A DUI In Arizona

While the penalties of a DUI conviction will ultimately depend on the type you are charged with, 1st-time DUI consequences include the suspension of your license for 90 days, installation of an ignition interlock device for one year, drug and alcohol screening/treatment/education, and traffic survival school. Penalties may also depend on your BAC. For example:

• For a BAC higher than 0.08%  you face 10 days in jail and more than $1,000 in fines
• For a BAC between 0.15% and 0.199% you face up to 30 days in jail and over $2,000 in fines
• For a BAC higher than 0.20% you face 45 days in jail and over $2,000 in fines

In the event you are charged with aggravated DUI charges, you may be facing:

• Minimum 4 months in prison, maximum 3.75 years
• Mandatory substance abuse screening and education classes
• Mandatory ignition interlock device installed for 2 years at your expense
• A felony conviction on your permanent record
• Loss of rights to vote and own firearms
• And more!

Responsibilities Of Your DUI Attorney

Our seasoned Tempe DUI lawyer will review the evidence of your case and the details surrounding your arrest in an effort to find any discrepancies. First, he will determine if the arresting officer was justified in pulling you over in the initial traffic stop. If any of your Constitutional rights were violated during your arrest or while you were being held by law enforcement, charges may be dropped automatically! It is also not uncommon for false data to be produced in chemical blood, breath, or urine tests. You can trust in his meticulous attention to detail as he conducts an investigation into your case. 

Call Our Aggressive Tempe DUI Lawyer To Fight Charges And Penalties!

For nearly two decades, our lead attorney Javier Alatorre has built his reputation as an attorney with high standards of professionalism and a track record of success. He is committed to providing personalized service for each and every client, and can assure you that he will be handling your case directly – and never handed off to a paralegal. Call to schedule your free consultation and get honest feedback regarding your case today!