In order to obtain a conviction for a DUI offense, prosecutors must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant had a blood-alcohol level at or above the legal limit at the time the defendant was operating a motor vehicle. Because police usually rely on a non-portable breath alcohol analyzer…
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What Happens if You Refuse a Breath Test in an Arizona DUI Traffic Stop?
One of the biggest fears for most motorists is seeing the red-and-blue lights of a police officer’s patrol car flick on in their rear-view mirror. While the process of getting pulled over is stressful for anyone, this is especially the case for those who have had a drink or two.…
Are Arizona Breathalyzer Results Accurate?
Getting pulled over for a DUI is a terrifying experience. While each Arizona DUI arrest is different, one of the more common ways police officers arrest someone for driving under the influence of alcohol is to tell the driver that they are suspected of DUI and to conduct a roadside…
Breath Tests, Implied Consent and the Exclusionary Rule in Arizona DUI Cases
The most common type of chemical test performed by police in Arizona DUI cases is breath testing. Breath testing measures the amount of alcohol in a person’s breath and converts the figure to blood-alcohol content. Police prefer breath testing in many cases because it is faster and less expensive than…
Can Mouthwash Affect Breathalyzer Results?
When you're charged with drunk driving, it can have a major impact on your life. Simply getting to and from work may become a major hassle. That's why it's important to speak with a DUI defense lawyer familiar with Phoenix and Arizona drunk driving laws. An attorney's experience with DUI…
Breathalyzer Test Refusal: What Are Your Rights and What Are the Consequences?
A breathalyzer is a device that law enforcement uses to measure the amount of alcohol on a driver's breath. The breathalyzer works in a simple fashion. Drivers are asked to blow into a straw attached to the breathalyzer machine. The breath is analyzed and a read of alcohol content is…