Driving under the Influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI) is a serious offense in Arizona that carries significant consequences. Specifically, Arizona Statutes §§28-1381 and 28-1382 govern Arizona Misdemeanor DUI offenses. And, A.R.S. §28-1383 is the Felony Aggravated DUI section. Indeed, anyone facing a DUI investigation should contact an experienced attorney immediately. Huss Law, PLLC is an experienced Arizona DUI defense firm.
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Experienced Tempe DUI Lawyer
Attorney Jeremy L. Huss has 20 years of experience with Arizona DUI investigations and prosecutions. During this time, Mr. Huss has trained law enforcement officers on DUI investigations, search and seizure, and courtroom testimony. Indeed, Mr. Huss has expertise in DUI investigations including the traffic stop, field sobriety testing, and drug recognition. Also, Mr. Huss is knowledgeable with DUI defenses including no actual physical control. Moreover, Huss Law, PLLC has years of experience and expert knowledge concerning DUI breath test issues and issues surrounding blood draws. Significantly, Mr. Huss has been lead trial counsel on many DUI cases throughout two decades. He has many years experience trying misdemeanor and felony DUI cases to Arizona juries and has expert knowledge with Arizona DUI issues.
It is an unfortunate reality that many citizens have driven under the influence of alcohol. However, some people fortunately go a lifetime committing DUI with no harm to others or themselves. And, no contact from law enforcement. On the contrary, many do have contact with law enforcement, and it is a life-changing experience. Specifically, the investigation and arrest process is humiliating, as is going through the criminal court and separate department of motor vehicle process. Indeed, a person convicted of DUI will pay significant fines, serve time in jail, lose driving privileges, and equip any vehicle with an ignition interlock device. This entire process taxes a person’s bank account, liberty and emotions. It is important to retain an experienced Arizona DUI attorney like Huss Law, PLLC.
Misdemeanor DUI in Arizona
Misdemeanor DUIs in Arizona are Class 1 Misdemeanors. Five theories of misdemeanor DUI exist. Huss Law, PLLC defends all misdemeanor DUI offenses, which include:
- Impairment to the Slightest Degree
- DUI Blood Alcohol Content Greater than .08% but less than .15%
- DUI Drugs or Drug Metabolite
- Extreme DUI Blood Alcohol Content Greater than .15% but less than .20%
- Super Extreme DUI Blood Alcohol Content Greater than .20%
Felony Aggravated DUI in Arizona
A.R.S. §28-1383 is the Aggravated DUI statute. Arizona criminalizes five types of conduct as Aggravated DUI:
- License Suspension, Cancelation, Revocation, or Restriction for DUI per A.R.S. §28-1383(A)(1)
- Third or More DUI within 84 months per A.R.S. §28-1383(A)(2)
- Person under the age of 15 years is in the vehicle per A.R.S. §28-1383(A)(3)
- Ignition Interlock Device Required in the vehicle per A.R.S. §28-1383(A)(4)
- Driving on the Wrong Side of the Highway per A.R.S. §28-1383(A)(5)
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Huss Law, PLLC is Arizona’s Best DUI Attorney
Obviously, a DUI is a costly mistake. Therefore, it is best to retain an experienced attorney. Indeed, the attorneys at Huss Law have the experience and knowledge to put a person in the best position to resolve their case. So, any person facing a DUI investigation or charges should Call Huss Law for a Free Consultation.