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Arizona DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Mesa Felony DUI Penalties
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

Once again, Arizona has proven to be one of the harshest in the country when it comes to DUI punishment, including mandatory jail time, steep fines and other penalties such as loss of driving privileges, possibility of ignition interlock requirements, possibility of increased insurance rates, along with other potential consequences. A recent study by Wallet…

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Phoenix Criminal Charges
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

Phoenix Municipal Court If you have been arrested by the Phoenix Police Department for a DUI or any type of criminal charge, you were likely cited into the Phoenix Municipal Court. The court is located at: Phoenix Municipal Court 300 West Washington Phoenix, AZ 85003 The Phoenix Municipal Court handles misdemeanor cases ranging from Reckless…

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Scottsdale Criminal Misdemeanor Charges: Case Progression
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

If you are facing criminal misdemeanor charges in the Scottsdale City Court or one of the Maricopa County Justice Courts in Scottsdale, especially if this is the first time you have ever been involved in the criminal court system, you may be wondering what to expect during misdemeanor court proceedings. Misdemeanor cases are handled in…

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Understanding Arizona’s Implied Consent Law
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

Arizona Revised Statute 28-1321(A) defines Arizona’s implied consent law. Just like in many other states, drivers in Arizona as obligated to provide a certain level of cooperation when they are arrested for suspected drunk driving. Statute 28-1321(A) outlines what this cooperation should be in regard to the blood alcohol content (BAC) tests. If a law…

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Charged with Aggravated DUI in Tempe, AZ?
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

With a vibrant night life, college town atmosphere and a variety of bars and restaurants – Tempe is a great town to enjoy an abundance of activities. With ASU at the heart of the city, and the party atmosphere along Mill Avenue, this also means law enforcement has a noticeable presence, particularly on weekends, holidays…

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OUI Boat Charges in Mesa, Arizona
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

The weather is warming up in Phoenix which means surrounding lakes are filling up with valley residents looking for a place to cool down. Valley lakes are a popular place for residents to recreate and take part in water activities, including boating, jet skiing, fishing, paddle boarding, beach side barbecuing, hiking and just enjoying the…

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Super Bowl Underage Drinking Violations
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

The countdown to Super Bowl XLIX continues as throngs of fans head out to Super Bowl Central which has taken over about 12 blocks in downtown Phoenix. According to azcentral.com, Phoenix along with state liquor officials have approved public consumption of alcohol within an enclosed 9-block area of downtown Phoenix, enabling folks to enjoy the…

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Super Bowl XLIX Criminal & DUI Charges
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

As Glendale is gearing up to host the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on February 1st we want to welcome an estimated 100,000 out of town visitors expected to visit the Valley of the Sun for Super Bowl XLIX. According to AZCentral.com, Phoenix area airports (including Scottsdale Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Goodyear…

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Phoenix Criminal Defense Attorney
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

If you are facing criminal charges in Phoenix, a Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney with this Firm offers a free, no obligation evaluation of your case. Mr. Buckallew has focused his practice primarily on criminal and DUI defense, representing countless individuals in Phoenix and throughout the State of Arizona for over the course of his…

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Phoenix New Year’s Eve DUI
Law Offices of Trent R. Buckallew, PC

Please celebrate responsibly and enjoy a safe and happy New Year’s Eve! If you plan on drinking tonight, make transportation plans ahead of time for the safety of yourself and other drivers on the roadways. There are plenty of options to ensure a safe arrival home at the end of the night, including taxi or…

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