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On Jan. 22, a motorcyclist struck a vehicle that turned abruptly in front of him. The man collided with the car and later died from his injuries. The driver of the vehicle struck did not stop and fled the scene. The Arizona Department of Public Safety worked the scene at 3200 E. Southern Ave. in Mesa and…
Read MoreAll people convicted of a sexual offense in Arizona must register with the state’s sex offender registry. A bill was recently introduced that may grant eligibility for more people convicted of sex crimes to have their names removed from the registry. But, some criminal justice reform advocates claim that it may present obstacles for removal. Now, the law contains…
Read MoreMotorists have a right of privacy while they are in their vehicles. But, stopping motorists often leads to the filing of criminal charges, such as drunk driving, drug charges or theft. Earlier this month, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear an illegal search and seizure case involving a traffic stop in Kansas. The Court is…
Read MoreMost Mesa teenagers can barely wait for their sixteenth birthday so that the driver’s license process can start. Earning that license is a rite of passage that means greater freedom – but also much greater responsibility. Unfortunately, motor vehicle crashes are still the leading cause of death and disability for American teenagers. Beyond those life…
Read MoreAcross the nation, drunk driving fatalities show a marked increase in December. According to the Department of Transportation, the U.S. experiences about 300 alcohol-related fatalities during the week from Christmas to New Year’s Day alone. If you plan to celebrate the holiday season with egg nog, wine, spirits, or beer, follow these tips for how to avoid…
Read MoreThe ramifications of drinking and driving go far beyond paying a few fines and fees. With a higher number of charges and greater severity of convictions come some real dire consequences. Driving under the influence (DUI) in Mesa can lead to some heavy fines, but those aren’t the only costs you’ll be paying. Arizona has the…
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Drunk driving in Arizona has proven to be deadly for many people. The Centers for Disease Control reported that over 300 people in the state died in alcohol-related crashes in 2017, and thousands more were injured. Generally, drunk driving incidents in this state involve two types of impairment: drunk driving and buzzed driving. Drunk Driving Arizona law…
Read MoreWhile springtime brings pleasant weather to the Mesa area, a brutal summer is just around the corner. To stay cool behind the wheel, you may be thinking about bringing a cold beer with you. Doing so, though, is a mistake. Arizona’s Open Container Law & Penalties In Arizona, it is illegal to have an open…
Read MoreIf you were convicted of or pleaded guilty to driving under the influence charges in Arizona, the court may have ordered you to equip your vehicle with an ignition interlock device. Installed in any vehicle you own or regularly operate, such devices require you to provide a breath sample before allowing the vehicle to start.…
Read MoreCertain driving offenses, including driving under the influence of alcohol, entail a license revocation period. During this period, you will be prohibited from operating a vehicle until enough time has elapsed. You will also be required to take certain steps to reinstate your license, as explained here. How to have your license reinstated Your license does…
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