Federal accident investigators are recommending that states cut their threshold for drunken driving by nearly half, matching a standard that has substantially reduced highway deaths in other countries. The National Transportation Safety Board said states should shrink the standard from the current .08 blood alcohol content to .05 as part of a series of recommendations [...]
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Questionable Lab Results in DUI Cases Challenged
The accuracy of blood-testing equipment used by Scottsdale police in DUI cases has recently come under intense scrutiny. In fact, hundreds of DUI cases from the past four years could be called into question if the legal challenge is successful. This could also affect the treatment of forensic evidence in courts throughout Arizona. Eleven felony [...]
How Your Arizona DUI Sentence Can Be Even Tougher Than You Thought
The majority of individuals who reside in Arizona are well aware that we have some of the strictest penalties for DUI offenders in the entire nation. But did you know that Arizona DUI laws carry even harsher punishments for drivers who endanger others beyond just drinking and driving? It goes without saying that if you’re [...]
Baseball All-Star Mark Grace Avoids Prison Time with DUI Plea Bargain
Defense attorneys for one very fortunate former major league ball player were able to strike a deal with prosecutors this morning in court that will prevent their client from serving time in a state correctional facility for his actions. Mark Grace, the long time Chicago Cub first baseman who would later go on to help [...]
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Avoid Accidents and Injury in Arizona by Driving Safely on 4th of July
Posted by: Phoenix Criminal and Accident Injury Attorneys Here is a brief summary of some advice from a Pennsylvanian attorney for staying safe while driving during the holidays: 1.) Before leaving, ensure that your vehicle is in good working order. 2.) Buckle up for safety. 3.) Don’t drink and drive. 4.) Observe speed limits. 5.) Stay alert. [...]
Citizens and Criminal Defense Lawyers Mount Challenges to Red Light Ticket Cameras
Posted by: Attorney Nick Alcock, Phoenix Arizona DUI and Criminal Lawyer In more than 500 cities and towns in 25 states, silent sentries keep watch over intersections, snapping photos and shooting video of drivers who run red lights. The cameras are on the job in metropolises like Houston and Chicago and in small towns like [...]
Assistant to AZ Speaker in possession of Cocaine when arrested for DUI
Posted By: Nick Alcock, Attorney at Law for the DUI lawyers at Alcock & Associates, Phoenix Arizona Victor Riches, chief of staff to Republican Arizona House Speaker Andy Tobin, had two vials of cocaine in his leased car when police pulled him over last year on suspicion of DUI. Bicycle riders take heed: Riches was seen speeding [...]
Phoenix Police Sergeant Accused of DUI with Kids in Car
Posted by: Phoenix Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyers PHOENIX – The county attorney has filed felony charges against a Phoenix Police Sergeant, accused of driving under the influence with his kids in the car. When Sgt. John Flanagan was first arrested for DUI in Surprise back in March, Surprise Police wouldn’t tell us if he had [...]
Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer Stacey Feldman of Alcock and Associates Shares 5 Common DUI Myths
Posted by: Phoenix Arizona DUI Lawyers, Criminal Attorneys People who are arrested for DUI in Arizona oftentimes rely on misinformation or myths about the legal system. Every day, Phoenix attorney Stacey Feldman speaks with clients who are facing criminal charges and DUI. Here are her top five myths that people commonly have about how the [...]
Goodyear Arizona officers cleared after county attorney decides not to file charges
Posted by: Phoenix Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyer and Attorney Nick Alcock The Yavapai County Attorney’s Office has decided not to file charges against a Goodyear police lieutenant and commander accused of illegally releasing court information about a former colleague. Yavapai Deputy County Attorney Jarrod Long said the case against police Cmdr. Ralph McLaughlin and police Lt. [...]
