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A Study Finds Arizona Has the Toughest DUI Laws in the US

According to the personal finance website WalletHub, Arizona has the most severe laws against driving under the influence. These laws bring with them harsh penalties that range from fines to jail time.

Arizona s Harsh Penalties

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Lowering the Charges or Sentencing: Common DUI Plea Bargains in Arizona

In Arizona, a DUI charge is nothing to scoff at. It is considered a serious crime in the state. If you are convicted of driving under the influence, you may find yourself facing jail time, probation, and substantial fines. ...

Drug Charges Can Prevent You from Getting Student Financial Aid

For many young people, getting a college education is an essential step toward achieving success in life. Unfortunately, most people cannot afford it without financial help. And, if you have a drug conviction, it may be even harder...

Can Police Search Your Car at a DUI Checkpoint?

Arizona is one of the states that allow police to set up DUI checkpoints.

It is important for you to be aware of what your rights are if you are stopped at a checkpoint. If the police perform a search of your car and find something that is illega...

What Are the Extradition Laws in Arizona?

Extradition involves the delivery of a detained offender from the arresting party to the jurisdiction of the requesting party. The most common underlying cause of an extradition request is an outstanding warrant of arrest.

In general, extradition cases...

Are Gun Owners Who Have Been Convicted of a DUI More Likely to Commit a Crime?

A new study conducted by researchers from the University of California in Davis suggests that people convicted of a DUI are more likely to commit a violent gun crime. The study sought to answer the question: Are lega...

Can the Police Use an Anonymous Tip to Stop You For a DUI Check?

Can an anonymous tip provide the police with probable cause to stop you for suspicion of driving while intoxicated? A 2014 Supreme Court decision says yes, and this has serious implications for your civil rights. In Navarette v. C...

Telling Your Employer About a DUI in Arizona

One of the things that most people who get arrested for driving under influence wonder about, is whether or not they should tell their boss about it. The best advice would differ, depending on the circumstances.

First of all, when you get arrested o...

Penalties for Possession of Drugs for Sale in Arizona

Criminal law prescribes different penalties when you get caught in possession of illegal drugs. These penalties usually depend on the amount of illicit substance that you possess at the time of the arrest. They could either charge you with m...