AZ DUI Defense | Save Your License & Avoid Jail | Joshua A. Lopez
Top DUI Defense Lawyer in Phoenix and Scottsdale
In Arizona, a DUI triggers two battles: one with the court and one with the MVD. You have only 30 days to save your driver’s license. We act immediately to protect both.
Don’t face this alone. Call (480) 386-1824 to speak directly with Attorney Josh today.
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This Isn’t a Traffic Ticket. This Is a Criminal Charge.
- The 30-Day MVD Clock
- Your driver’s license will be automatically suspended in 30 days unless we formally request a hearing to challenge it. This is our first priority.
- Forensic Evidence Challenge
- We forensically review the breathalyzer (BAC) calibration logs, the blood draw procedures, and the officer’s observations. A single error can get key evidence thrown out.
- Jail Avoidance Strategies
- Even for a first-time offense, jail time is a possibility. We build mitigation packages and negotiate for alternatives like house arrest, probation, or treatment.
- Financial Damage Control
- A DUI conviction costs thousands in fines, fees, and increased insurance. We fight to minimize the total financial impact on your life.
The Consequences of an Arizona DUI Conviction Are Severe.
- Driver’s License Suspension: Minimum 90 days for a first offense, up to 1 year or more.
- Mandatory Jail Time: Even a standard first-offense DUI carries a minimum of 10 consecutive days in jail.
- Ignition Interlock Device: Required on any vehicle you drive for 12 months or more, at your expense (~$100/month).
- Fines & Fees: Typically exceeding $1,500, not including the cost of mandatory alcohol screening classes.
- Criminal Record: A felony-level DUI conviction will follow you for life, affecting jobs, housing, and gun rights.
- Skyrocketing Insurance: Your premiums will easily double or triple for years.
The goal isn’t just to get you through court. The goal is to emerge with your driving privileges, your freedom, and your finances intact.
