Phoenix DUI Abogados

With New Year’s pretty much in our collective rearview mirror it may not be totally inappropriate to look at the impact that drinking and driving has on our society, not only in terms of injuries and deaths from driving under the influence of alcohol or prescription drugs, but also from the standpoint of arrests and summonses issued to motorists for DWI, drug DUI, breath test refusal and other drunk driving-related offenses. To say the least, as New Jersey drunk driving defense lawyers, my office is dedicated to assisting those individuals who believe that they have been falsely accused of operating a motor vehicle while under impaired.

Here in the Garden State, more than one motorist has been stopped by a state police trooper, municipal patrolman, county sheriff’s deputy or other law enforcement officer after having been observed executing an improper traffic maneuver or other motor vehicle offense. Such stops most often result in some kind of traffic citation, though some also turn into full-blown drunken driving arrests.

By law, an officer cannot stop a car, truck or motorcycle solely on the suspicion that the driver is impaired by beer, wine, hard liquor, prescription medication or some kind of illicit drug, such as marijuana, cocaine or methamphetamine. But following a routine traffic stop, the door swings wide open for any potential drunken driving investigation by the officer in charge.

You have the absolute right to represent yourself, but I would not recommend serving as your own attorney.  If you have been arrested and charged with a theft crime, you are probably worrying about how this will affect your life. The punishments you may receive can be harsh and it is vital that you are adequately represented and that your rights are protected. Hiring a Houston Theft Lawyer who is experienced in this type of representation is essential to achieving the best possible disposition of your case.

Theft is a broad term encompassing many different types of crimes. Some may involve theft of property, such as shoplifting or robbery. Identity theft, Welfare fraud and insurance fraud are also crimes that are considered to be thefts. Some may be classified as misdemeanors, but depending on the value of the stolen property, if over $1500 you could be charged with a felony.

Your immediate concerns may be about the possibility of a jail sentence, but there are other consequences that could adversely affect your life and your reputation. A conviction for some types of theft may be an obstacle to future employment opportunities, as well as the ability to rent a home, for instance. 

I have experience with theft crimes from both sides of the law. As a former prosecutor, I am comfortable in a courtroom, in front of a jury. As your defense attorney, I will examine every aspect of your case to make sure your rights are protected throughout every phase.

Being charged with a crime can be a frightening time. The consequences for even a first-time offense can have far-reaching effects on your future.  Do not take hiring a lawyer lightly!

As attorneys dedicated to representing individuals accused of operating a motor vehicle under the influence, I and my staff of experienced DWI defense lawyers have known more than a few drivers who have avoided a conviction for drunken driving here in the Garden State. While most arrests for DWI or drug DUI — including those for impaired driving due to prescription drugs and illicit substances like cocaine and cannabis — result in a conviction leading to heavy penalties, there are other instances where the prosecution does not have sufficient evidence to obtain a guilty verdict.

And, while we know that not every DWI or DUI summons is warranted or deserved, we also are concerned when civil servants occasionally break the very laws that they are sworn to uphold. Whether it is avoiding a drunk driving charge altogether or side-stepping stiff fines and other penalties for driving while intoxicated, the average person hardly has the option of avoiding a DWI hearing and many times feels he must navigate our legal system in the absence of legal representation. (We will say right here that it is in most everyone’s best interest to, at the very least, consult with a qualified DWI attorney following an arrest for being drunk behind the wheel.)

From time to time, we see justice being served on local politicians and government officials who have been found guilty of breaking the laws of New Jersey and local communities. Just as the average citizen must face their accusers, local officials, patrolmen and other officers of the court should stand trial for their misdeeds, take responsibility for their actions and accept any consequences should they be found guilty.