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The Arizona Court of Appeals recently outlined ways in which a qualified medical marijuana user can establish an affirmative defense for their DUI charges. Here are 3 ways a person facing Medical Marijuana DUI offense can establish an affirmative defense; as well as 10 other marijuana DUI defenses that can be used. Other featured topics include the burden of proof for affirmative defenses, marijuana DUI penalties, and what a criminal defense can do to help you defend your charges.
10 other common challenges for Marijuana DUI charges;
How a criminal attorney can defend your Marijuana DUI charges

Stakes are high for DUI, and Underage Drinking; Consequences extend beyond criminal charges. Starting August 15, 2013 nine agencies joined to form a “Safe and sober” campaign task force. The Campaign began at the beginning of the ASU fall semester, and lasted three weeks to end on September 1, 2013, of Labor Day Weekend. The…

The Court of Appeals of Arizona recently decided an appeal regarding aggravated DUI in the case State of Arizona v. John Patrick McDonagh. This is an interesting case that works in favor of DUI defendants. It arose when the State charged the defendant with four counts of aggravated DUI. These were all variations on the…

How BAC impacts DUI impairments and penalties in Arizona According to the National Center for Disease Control (CDC) recent studies three categories of people are the most at risk of getting an alcohol or drug related DUI. Those categories include young people; motor cyclists; and repeat DUI offenders: 1) More than one of every three…

Tips for keeping your holidays safe and free from DUI arrests and hazards Last week, the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (AGOHS) announced it will be holding a Holiday 2012 DUI Enforcement “Kick-off” Conference at the Arizona State Capitol, Tuesday November 27, 2012. They will be discussing details for safety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and…

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently conducted an evaluation of the Maricopa County DUI Court program. The purpose was to review the effectiveness of the program aimed at reducing <a href=”The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently conducted an evaluation of the Maricopa County DUI Court program. The purpose was to review…

With Labor Day 2012 fast approaching and ASU back in session, police are increasing presence in and around East Valley Cities. DUI Task Forces will be set up again this weekend on Mill Ave, in Tempe AZ. Police will also be organizing Traffic, Pedestrian, and Bike Safety checks. The DUI Task Force officers will be…