Lerner and Rowe Law Group’s Phoenix DUI attorneys would like to remind you that Big Game Sunday has one of the highest rates of drunk driving accidents recorded. As a result, the police will be out in full force conducting saturation patrols to watch for signs of intoxicated drivers in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, and other cities around Phoenix, just as they have been for many years now.
If you received a DUI over the Big Game weekend, our Phoenix DUI attorneys are here to help you tackle these charges head-on.
Arizona Drunk Driving Laws
The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit in Arizona is 0.08. However, Arizona has a “zero tolerance” policy. This means that an officer can investigate any driver they believe to be under the influence to the slightest degree. Therefore, a person can still potentially receive a DUI, even if their blood alcohol level is less than 0.08.
Arizona also has strict laws to prevent underage drinking. For those under the age of 21, it doesn’t matter how much you have had to drink. If you just had a sip or two of an alcoholic beverage and get behind the wheel of a car, you can still receive a DUI.
Another lesser known potential cause for a DUI charge in Phoenix is drivers (of any age) sleeping in their cars after a few alcoholic drinks. This may seem illogical, as the person is sleeping and not driving, but the fact is that they are in a vehicle with keys. They have the “potential” to drive drunk.
Should you get a DUI for trying to “sleep it off” in your car, you’ll need skilled Phoenix DUI attorney, such as those at Lerner and Rowe Law Group, to prove that you had no intention of driving until you were sober.
How Can You Avoid a DUI?
The simplest way to avoid a DUI? Don’t drink and drive. If you’re under 21, don’t drink at all. Furthermore, if you’re over 21, don’t drink and get behind the wheel. Instead:
- Make prior arrangements for a designated driver
- Stay where you are
- Arrange for alternative transportation home
A good team of Phoenix DUI attorneys can help you in the event of an arrest for a DUI charge. But it’s best to avoid putting yourself, your friends, and your family in such a situation in the first place.
Facing a Big Game Weekend DUI Charge? Let Experienced Phoenix DUI Attorneys Help!
Let our top-notch Phoenix DUI attorneys from Lerner and Rowe Law Group review your case for FREE. We also offer affordable payment plans, and are available 24/7 to take your call at 602-667-7777. You’re also able to reach us through the Internet via LiveChat and our online form. A DUI is a serious matter that requires serious assistance. Lerner and Rowe Law Group is ready to provide you with unmatched support.