Articles Posted in drunk driving laws

Tempe Police Announce DUI Task Force for St. Patrick’s Day Festivities
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Tempe Police warn drivers to plan ahead. Tempe Police Department announced this week that it will be working in cooperation with Scottsdale Police, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Department, and the AZ Governor’s Office of Highway Safety in a joint DUI Task Enforcement. It is scheduled to take place surrounding the 2013 St. Patrick’s Day festivities, beginning…

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Establishing Driver “Impairment” in DUI Cases
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Establishing driver impairment is the most challenging element of a DUI Elements of a DUI There are three elements of a DUI charge in Arizona. Establishing impairment is the third, and most difficult to confirm. First, the facts need to establish that the motorist must be driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle.…

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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Arizona Appeals Court Ruling in McNulty Highlights Importance of Trial Record in Criminal Defense A recent decision from the Arizona Court of Appeals highlights how the outcome of an appeal often depends on what was preserved in the trial court...

Arizona Court Orders Resentencing After Trial Judge Misses Critical Record Review A recent Arizona Court of Appeals opinion demonstrates how a single procedural mistake during sentencing can result in a complete reversal. When a...

Arizona Court Clarifies Search Warrant Standards in Recent Criminal Case In May 2025, the Arizona Court of Appeals issued a published decision that strengthens legal protections against unlawful searches and seizures. The...

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