Articles Posted in Dui

It is illegal to operate a vehicle if your blood alcohol content, or BAC, is .08 or higher. In the state of Arizona, there are certain factors that could result in an aggravated DUI conviction, or a felony, rather than a misdemeanor charge. Attorney James Novak has a thorough understanding of the different types of…

The state of Arizona has some of the strictest laws regarding driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and drugs. Despite the more widely accepted use of marijuana for medicinal purposes across the country, driving under the influence of marijuana is still illegal in Arizona. If you have been arrested for a marijuana DUI, Attorney…

When most people hear “driving under the influence” or DUI, they tend to think of drinking and driving. They might even think of illegal drugs such as marijuana. In truth, there are a variety of different substances, both legal and illegal, that can hinder your ability to drive and could result in a DUI charge.…

If you were wrongly arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), we may question the validity of the field sobriety test (FST) results. There are a number of reasons for inaccurate field sobriety test results. Attorney James Novak in Phoenix, AZ, understands how FSTs work (and do not work), and can factor that into your…

DUI defense attorney James Novak provides assertive legal representation to clients accused of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. He can help you understand DUIs and your constitutional rights in Phoenix, AZ, where laws are notoriously strict. Having a thorough understanding of your rights can help you immensely if you are ever pulled…

Arizona is known to have particularly strict laws for those convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It is important to understand that there are criminal, civil, and collateral penalties in DUI convictions in the Phoenix, AZ area. When all of these penalties are accounted for, even a first time offender with…

DUI defense attorney James Novak understands that no one ever expects to be charged with a DUI offense, let alone to have their basic freedoms put at risk. This is why he fights for the rights of those wrongly accused of driving under the influence throughout Arizona, debatably the state most notorious for its harsh…

Many people mistakenly believe that getting arrested for a DUI in Arizona will automatically result in their being convicted of an offense and losing their license. What they unfortunately do not realize is that the actions they take in the immediate aftermath of their arrests can dramatically influence their outcomes. Acclaimed DUI defense attorney James…

Here at The Law Office of James Novak, we help numerous people in the greater Phoenix area who have been charged with drunk driving. Our DUI defense strategies will note all aspects of your arrest, always striving to ensure fairness and that your Constitutional protections are not violated. A number of people who come to…

Here at The Law Office of James Novak, we want to make sure that the people of Phoenix have a strong legal advocate on their side. The drunk driving laws of Arizona can be difficult to comprehend given the unique penalties for certain actions. That’s why having an experienced DUI defense attorney on your side…