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Phoenix DUI Attorney

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If you’ve been charged with a DUI or DWI in Arizona, contact an experienced Phoenix criminal defense attorney immediately. Depending on the severity of the incident, you could be facing license suspension, fines or even jail time. At the law offices of Kanu & Associates, P.C., you can count on our Phoenix DUI defense lawyers to fight aggressively to protect your rights.

We have years of experience handling a variety of DUI and DWI cases. Our criminal defense attorneys have worked with many clients who were facing a variety of drunk driving and other impairment DUI charges. We work hard on your behalf to reach a positive result, maintain your driving privileges and minimize the impact of the criminal charges.

What Are the Penalties for Dui for First Offenders?

  • You may spend 24 hours to 10 days in jail.
  • Your license will be suspended from 90 to 360 days.
  • You will pay a minimum of $250 in fines.
  • An ignition interlock device will be installed in your vehicle.

Is Jail Time Mandatory for DUI in Arizona?

Yes, jail time is mandatory for DUI convictions in Arizona. However, Arizona law allows the court to pardon or reduce compulsory jail time in certain situations. 

What Happens if You Refuse a Breathalyzer in Arizona?

In Arizona, refusing a breathalyzer test can result in a one-year driving license suspension for a first offense. A second refusal within eight years can result in a two-year suspension. 

Multiple Offense DUI/DWI

If you are convicted of two DUIs within five years, the consequences increase dramatically. You face incarceration, large fines, license suspension and the installation of an ignition interlock device, among other penalties. When the stakes are this high, it is imperative to enlist the services of an experienced and aggressive DUI/DWI defense lawyer.

Felony DWI

If you are convicted of three DUIs within five years, you will be charged with felony DWI. This is a very serious offense that comes with hefty fines, years in prison and a significant license revocation period. Our Phoenix DUI lawyers will prepare a compelling criminal defense designed to expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, including any violations of your constitutional rights.

Creating a Strong Defense in Your DUI and DWI Case

Our Phoenix defense attorneys have knowledge and skill, and will build a strong DUI defense on your behalf. We will use every legal resource available to create the most compelling argument on your behalf. We hold law enforcement accountable to the law they are sworn to uphold, and work to ensure that your rights were respected at all times.

Law enforcement officials have specific rules they have to follow in the process of charging you with a DUI and any deviation from those rules could constitute a violation of your rights. We will get your account of the case and closely examine the police reports and other parts of the case to ensure that your rights were respected at all times. If they were not, we will seek to have the charges against you dismissed.

Contact us today to discuss your DUI case. Our Phoenix DUI defense lawyer can give you a primary assessment of your case and help you understand the legal issues involved.

Call us at(602) 353-7795 to schedule an appointment.

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At Kanu & Associates, P.C., we are immigrants first and lawyers second. With over two decades of experience and a proven track record of success, you can trust our firm to handle your case with competence and care.