If a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of drunken driving, the officer will likely try to perform a test that will provide evidence that you do, in fact, have alcohol in your system.

There are two main ways an officer can test to see if you have been drinking—having you blow into a Breathalyzer or taking a blood sample. You often have the option of choosing one or the other, although police may or may not tell you so.

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If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of being stopped for drunken driving, you are probably worried about the consequences. You might initially be concerned about what happens if you do not have the money to hire an attorney.

If you are afraid of what may happen if you do not have an attorney to defend you, you may think it is wise to try to dissuade the officers from arresting you on the spot. However, rambling off stories about how you “only had two beers, but that was two hours ago, and you swear you are not drunk” could land you in a whole lot of trouble.

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Beauchamp Law Office has a proven track record of success.

Of the 127 client cases on the Beauchamp Law Office Web site, over 100 have been dismissed, leaving defendants free of all penalties.

The types of charges that made up the 127 listed client cases include: DUI; extreme DUI; super extreme DUI; second offense DUI; underage DUI; disorderly conduct; criminal trespassing; criminal damage; armed robbery; possession of marijuana (class 6 felony); reckless driving; prostitution; theft; assault; aggravated assault; disorderly conduct; class 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 felony; trafficking of stolen property; criminal speed; drugs; sexual abuse; unlawful discharge of firearm; resisting arrest; criminal damage; shoplifting; prescription drug possession; attempted theft of credit card; fraudulent use of credit card; taking identity of another; endangerment; hit and run fixture and driving on revoked driver license.

What does this mean? It means that we have a track record of positive results. This means you get the representation you deserve to have. You and your case get the attention that they deserve. You and your DUI case will be defended through any necessary means, even if this means taking your case to trial.

We have a highly skilled team, trained to know how to get you and your DUI case favorable results.

While Beauchamp Law Office cannot guarantee that any and every charge will be dismissed, in most cases we have been able to reduce our client’s penalties. Probation, a $300 fine, traffic school and 120 days-in-jail reduced to only 10 days in jail are some great examples of this.

We encourage you to visit us at  http://www.phoenixarizonaduilawyer.com/case-results.html for more details on our case results and to view the complete list of results we have obtained for cases that may be similar to yours. And remember, if you need an experienced DUI lawyer, call Beauchamp Law Office today.

It may seem difficult and overwhelming to select a DUI lawyer immediately following your arrest. We advise you not simply choose the first DUI lawyer you come across in your quick internet search, but that you put a bit more thought and effort into it.

There are plenty of lawyers in Phoenix and throughout Arizona who do not limit their practice to DUI and criminal cases and some of these lawyers only handle a few cases a year. Unfortunately, some Phoenix DUI lawyers may even be incompetent or inexperienced.

To find good Phoenix area Arizona DUI lawyer, we suggest that you ask the following questions:

1. Does your firm have lawyers who are highly experienced in DUI and criminal defense cases?

2. Does your firm have access to the State’s most experienced expert witnesses on the forensic testing of blood and breath alcohol? Are they willing to bring in co-counsel in order to maximize the effectiveness of your case?

3. Does your firm use a written flat fee agreement that includes trial if necessary? Or is the “fee” only a low initial retainer that does not cover the entire case or Motor Vehicle Department hearing?

4. Will your firm actually handle the case or will you simply sign me up and refer me to another attorney or firm?

5. Do the lawyers at your firm know the courts? The judges? Are you willing to go to trial? How many cases have you tried?

As we said, it’s strongly encouraged to do some shopping around for an experienced DUI lawyer who is going to fight your case to the best of their ability. Having an experienced DUI lawyer on your side is definitely something you want.

To discuss representation with our experienced Phoenix and Arizona DUI lawyers, or if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Beauchamp Law Office.

This post was intended to provide general information only and is not intended as specific legal advice. You should not rely upon this information alone, but should consult legal counsel regarding the application of the laws and regulations discussed and as applied to your specific case or circumstance.

Not all DUI arrests occur in the same way and thus there is a lot of gray area on the arresting officer’s part.

Trained, expert lawyers can help you figure out how to get out of a DUI based on any loopholes that might have occurred during the arrest.

For example, there could be problems with things such as your breath test or blood test.

The only way to ensure you fight a DUI in the best way possible is to hire a DUI defense attorney.

This post was intended to provide general information only and is not intended as specific legal advice. You should not rely upon this information alone, but should consult legal counsel regarding the application of the laws and regulations discussed and as applied to your specific case or circumstance.

Remember guys – once you have given your license and registration to the police officer who pulls you over, you are not required to answer any of his questions.

A mistake a lot of people make is self-incrimination. Anything you say to a police officer can be used against you later in trial. It is your wisest move to tell the officer you want to speak to an attorney before you move forward with the conversation.

Being arrested for a DUI can be a very scary experience, but it’s important to remain calm and try to stay in control of your situation. Becoming angry, emotional or defensive won’t help your case but rather, will probably make the arresting officer more apt to put you behind bars. Becoming hot-headed may also make it more difficult for a lawyer to later effectively argue your defense in court to prove your innocence or get the charges reduced.

Once arrested for a DUI, it is wise to seek counsel immediately. DUI defense lawyers have specialty training and knowledge that can really help get you out of the charges or help get you minimal punishment. The single most important thing you can do for yourself is to find a qualified attorney who knows DUI law.

Expect the DUI lawyer to initiate a comprehensive interview with you before accepting your case. The information exchanged between you and your potential defense lawyer is completely confidential, so feel free to share every tiny detail and be honest with this person.

The lawyer will review all of the written documents pertaining to the arrest, the breath or blood test report, and the traffic ticket that was written. This initial interview should last approximately an hour. The lawyer will discuss every aspect of your DUI case and the applicable laws at this time.

If the lawyer decides to accept your case, he or she will then present you with a detailed written contract for your review. If you agree to the terms of the contract, you will then become the attorney’s client and the attorney will then start the representation process.

In every state, when someone is arrested for DUI, there are two jurisdictions to defend oneself against—the court and the DMV. The court will try to give you fines and punish you in other ways, and the DMV will try to take away your driving privileges.

There are strict time limits within which the DMV must be contacted to avoid automatic license suspension. Your lawyer should be able to advise you on such details.

Really, this is the tip of the iceberg, as DUI arrests can be very sticky situations. Stay calm and contact a DUI lawyer to ensure you’re best representing yourself and what took place the night you got arrested for DUI.

This post was intended to provide general information only and is not intended as specific legal advice. You should not rely upon this information alone, but should consult legal counsel regarding the application of the laws and regulations discussed and as applied to your specific case or circumstance.