Articles Posted in DUI Defense

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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To be found guilty of disorderly conduct, the defendant’s actions require “intent” and “knowledge” that they were “disturbing the peace”. It’s easier to charge than to get a conviction.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

10 Things Police Don’t Tell You about Phoenix DUI Sobriety Checkpoints. Article Written By: James Novak, Experienced Phoenix DUI Lawyer, & Criminal Defense Attorney This time every year, Phoenix DUI lawyers and criminal defense attorneys start getting pretty busy with DUI violations, and other criminal charges that result from drinking and driving, or other offense…

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Examining the effects of “knowledge” on Criminal Liability and Criminal Defense
The Law Office of James Novak Team

You should know the difference between two particular AZ Criminal Laws: “One may lead to a dismissal of charges: the other a conviction” Article by: James Novak, DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyer Arizona Good AZ Criminal Defense Attorneys – Choose the Right Defenses Arizona has two criminal laws that may involve defenses of “not having…

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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Arizona Supreme Court Expands Bedroom Self-Defense Rights In Shared Homes You can assert self-defense from inside a locked bedroom, even when the person trying to come through the door entered the home as a guest of a...

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...

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