Phoenix DUI Attorney

Suzuki Law Offices, LLC

Have you or a loved one been arrested for DUI in Phoenix, Arizona? By contacting Suzuki Law Offices today, you can find out more about your case and your legal options to challenge these serious allegations.

DUI (driving under the influence) is a relatively common but very serious criminal offense. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance constitutes this criminal offense. Commonly referred to in layman's terms as drunk driving, DUI may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony offense in Arizona, with penalties ranging from little to no imprisonment in county jail all the way to years in state prison, along with heavy fines and driver's license suspension or revocation.

Although you may have taken a breath test or blood test and were subsequently charged with DUI, this does not mean that you will be convicted. An experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer may be able to step in and prove that your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test results were inconclusive, due to improper testing procedure or a machine that was not properly calibrated. A failed or refused breath test or poor performance on field sobriety tests does not necessarily mean a conviction is inevitable. You have the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty, and an attorney can help ensure that your constitutional rights are protected throughout the criminal process.

DUI Defense Lawyer Serving Phoenix, Arizona

Suzuki Law Offices represents clients throughout Arizona who face serious DUI charges. Founding attorney Richard J. Suzuki is a former Assistant United States Attorney and former Deputy Maricopa County Attorney, meaning he has experience in dealing with state and federal cases as a prosecutor. Combined with his experience in criminal defense, this makes Mr. Suzuki a powerful force as he builds effective, aggressive defense strategies on his clients' behalf.

Without proper legal representation, a driver facing DUI charges may be at risk of facing maximum penalties, and this may include imprisonment as well as driver's license suspension, heavy fines and court fees, community service, probation, and mandatory alcohol rehabilitation/treatment. At the very minimum, the right Phoenix DUI attorney can work to mitigate these penalties. With early intervention and aggressive representation, however, an attorney may be able to help a defendant secure an acquittal or may be able to negotiate to have charges lowered or dropped altogether before the case ever goes to court. Results will vary on a case by case basis, however, so it is important to discuss your particular charges with a skilled legal professional.

Facing DUI charges in Phoenix, Arizona? Contact Suzuki Law Offices today for a free consultation.