Tempe DUI Defense Attorney

Have you been accused of drunken driving?

You can be charged with a DUI when a law enforcement officer considers that you are driving unsafely due to being intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. This also includes prescription drugs and medication, even when you have a legal prescription. The legal level set is a blood or breath alcohol level of .08% or higher. A person who is driving a vehicle and whose normal faculties are altered by the effects of alcohol or chemical substances will face harsh penalties if convicted in a DUI case.

The action taken by the authorities is swift and authoritative and must be quickly addressed by a DUI defense attorney. Your driving privileges and personal freedom is at stake. If arrested and charged with DUI it is extremely important to contact a Tempe criminal defense attorney without delay. The legal team at the Knowles Law Firm has the experience and know-how needed to protect your rights in the face of the fast moving justice system in DUI cases.

DUI Defense Lawyer in Tempe, Arizona

Being charged with DUI is serious. If there is severe physical injury or death involved, the offender can be liable for felony charges. Some of the penalties for charges associated with DUI are:

• Fines
• Jail time
• license suspension or revocation
• Probation
• Community service
• Mandated treatment programs

The extent and severity of the penalty depends on how serious is the offense. The charge can be affected by whether this is a first or repeat offense, whether there was a child in the vehicle, whether the driver was a minor, whether there is injury or death involved, and other variables. It is crucial that a person charged with any type of DUI offense (including an aggravated DUI or Extreme DUI) is represented by an attorney with an extensive experience and record in defending DUI charges. Attorney Anthony Knowles is a former law enforcement officer and is very familiar with the legal process - from both sides. This insight gives an edge when providing clients with a strong defense at trial.

Any errors or violations by law enforcement in your case can be quickly identified and exploited as part of the defense of your case. With 15 years of experience in Arizona's criminal justice system you will be represented by an exceptionally qualified DUI defense lawyer. The legal team knows how to aggressively defend DUI offenses, no matter how serious the situation may appear. An attorney from firm has the legal know-how, the experience and the dedicated commitment to fight for you no matter the circumstances in your case. It is crucial that you contact them quickly if you hope to fight to avoid conviction and the penalties that the justice system will impose on you.

Contact a Tempe DUI attorney at the firm today for strong, aggressive representation when faced with drunk driving charges in the Tempe area.