DWIGraham County, Arizona DWI Attorneys
Graham County DWI Lawyers handling DWI & drunk driving cases in Safford, Arizona and Graham County. Safford DWI Attorneys Thrush, Clark & Associates.
Being charged with drunk driving in Arizona is a serious offense with both immediate penalties and long-term consequences if found guilty. The process of defending yourself can be difficult and confusing.
However daunting the situation may seem, remember that you still have rights and hiring an experienced criminal defense law firm that focuses on Arizona DWI can make a difference in the outcome of your case.
Safford DWI Attorneys Thrush, Clark & Associates are a premier drunk driving defense team, with courtroom experience and knowledge of Arizona DWI laws that could win your case.
Graham County DWI Lawyers Thrush, Clark & Associates will develop and implement the best plan of action for your case. They will challenge evidence and question the case presented by the prosecution and police. The goal is to make the state prove every point of its argument. If it cannot, your case could be reduced or even dismissed.
To learn more about how Graham County Arizona DWI Attorneys Thrush, Clark & Associates can help you, request a free consultation by filling out the form to the left or calling (800) 870-9885. There is no cost or obligation, so call now.
A motorist can be charged with drunk driving in Graham County in two ways; when a law enforcement officer feels you may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and if you have a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher. You can be charged with both offenses at the same time.
The penalties for first offense Arizona DWI can include loss of license, fines, fees, court costs, jail, alcohol abuse screening, alcohol education classes, community service and attendance at a victim impact panel. The offender is also usually receives a 12 month probation term.
The degree of the penalties increases if there was an elevated BAC known as extreme DUI, an accident with injury, or if the motorist has any prior alcohol related arrests. The most severe impact can include home arrest and mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device.
A conviction for DWI in Arizona will lead to a criminal arrest record, which could make it difficult to find or keep a job or open a line of credit.
An arrest, however, does not mean you are guilty, and Safford Arizona DWI Lawyers Thrush, Clark & Associates will try to keep your record clean.
During an arrest for suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Graham County the officer has the authority to request one or more tests to determine intoxication, including a breath or blood test. If you refuse, Arizona DWI laws stipulate an automatic 12-month suspension of your license. Submitting to the tests and registering a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher will also result in a suspension.
Your license suspension is part of a civil case with the department of Motor Vehicles. It is separate from the criminal case and usually happens long before your case goes to court. You have the right to petition the DMV and try to keep your license, though you must do so within 15 days of the date of your arrest. If you do not, your license will be automatically suspended.
The DMV hearing is a complicated proceeding, and having legal counsel can improve the chances of keeping your driving privileges. Graham County DWI Attorneys Thrush, Clark & Associates can schedule the DMV hearing and represent you. Contact them now for immediate help with your license.
Each of the attorneys at Thrush, Clark & Associates has pledged to provide their clients with excellent, professional legal guidance and personal service. The law firm will evaluate your case for free and provide a flat fee for legal services. Major credit cards are accepted for payment of services and flexible pay plans are available.
Safford DWI Lawyer Bradley Thrush received a juris doctorate from the University of Arizona Law School. He is the former editor of the Journal of International and Comparative Law. Mr. Thrush is licensed to practice law in Federal Court and Arizona State Courts, He a member of the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America and the American Bar Association. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Graham County DWI Lawyer Neil Clark is a former Criminal Prosecutor who has successfully handled thousands of criminal cases. He is a certified in the administration of field sobriety tests by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration and has taught field sobriety testing courses to the Tucson Police Department. Mr. Clark is a member of Pima County and Arizona Bar Associations.
Safford, Arizona DWI Attorney Peter Gutierrez received a juris doctorate from the University of Arizona College of Law and he has handled hundreds of DWI cases. He is licensed to practice law in Arizona and California, and is a member of the American Bar Association and the Pima County Bar Association.
