Cave creek DUI AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY

Being convicted for a DUI in Cave Creek can be a stressful and costly life event. Cave Creek is generally patrolled by Maricopa County  Sheriff's Office (MCSO) Deputies, and has a MCSO substation located right next to Town Hall. If you are arrested for a Cave Creek DUI, chances are this is where you will be taken for the deputies to conduct their DUI investigation. 

Given Cave Creek's unique and beloved bar district, often times people are charged with a Cave Creek DUI after leaving a bar or event after they (or someone they are with) had consumed an alcoholic beverage. While Cave Creek does have a courthouse, you may face charges in the town itself or possibly in the Desert Ridge Maricopa County Justice Court.

Cave Creek DUIs are classified into 4 general types (1) Regular DUI, (2) Extreme DUI, (3) Super Extreme DUI, and (4) Aggravated DUI. All Cave Creek DUI charges are class 1 misdemeanors with the exception of the aggravated DUI. An aggravated DUI is a felony and can be charged as a class 4 or class 6 felony depending on the facts and circumstances of the facts that occurred leading to the Cave Creek DUI charge. If a person has prior DUI convictions within 7 years of each other, the mandatory minimum sentences can be aggravated. This ultimately results  in much higher penalties, such as increased jail, fines, license revocations and more. 

Cave Creek DUI attorney and criminal defense attorney Steven Scharboneau is trained and experienced working with DUI cases. If you or a loved on are charged with a Cave Creek DUI, call or text Cave Creek attorney Steven Scharboneau 24/7 and he will answer your questions free of charge--(480) 363-0090. Or, you can submit an online inquiry by clicking here. 

Misdemeanor charges in Cave Creek, like other misdemeanor charges in Arizona, are more serious than a petty offense but less serious than felony charges. Some examples of Cave Creek misdemeanors are Cave Creek domestic violence charges, assault, criminal damage, disorderly conduct in Cave Creek, theft, and Cave Creek DUI charges as discussed above. 

The maximum penalties for Cave Creek misdemeanor charges are as follows:

• 6 months jail, ARS 13-707(1).
• $2500 (plus an 83% surcharge), ARS 13-802(A).
• 3 years of probation, ARS 13-902(5).

• 4 months jail, ARS 13-707(2). 
• $750 (plus an 83% surcharge), ARS 13-802(B).
• 2 years of probation, ARS 13-902(6).

• 1 month jail, ARS 13-707(3).
• $500 (plus 83% surcharge), ARS 13-802(C).
• 1 year of probation, ARS 13-902(7).

However, having a Cave Creek DUI attorney and criminal defense attorney like Steven Scharboneau working your case can help move your case toward decreased penalties, decreased charges and sometimes even dismissal of charges. If you have more questions about misdemeanor charges in Cave Creek, call or text Steven Scharboneau 24/7 and he will answer your questions free of charge--(480) 363-0090. Or, you can submit an online inquiry by clicking here. 

Dealing with a Cave Creek felony can have serious consequences and  can be incredibly stressful and scary for those being charged and their families. Cave Creek felony charges vary in severity and a labeled from class 1 to class 6, a class 1 felony being the most serious. Some examples of Cave Creek felony charges are aggravated assault, aggravated DUI, armed robbery, arson, burglary, Cave Creek disorderly conduct, forgery in Cave Creek, prohibited possessor or misconduct involving weapons charges in Cave Creek, drug possession and sales among other charges. 

Class 1 felonies are the most severe type of criminal offense in the state. There are only 2 crimes that are class 1 felonies, and both are homicides: First-degree murder and second-degree murder. Convictions for first-degree murder are punishable with fines and either a life jail sentence or the death penalty. Convictions for second-degree murder carry jail sentences.

Some examples of class 2 felonies are arson, manslaughter, drive by shooting and sexual assault. Class 2 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of 3 to 12.5 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution--which can be relatively common for this level of offense. 

Some examples of class 3 felonies are theft, aggravated assault, stalking, and fraud. Class 3 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of 2  to 8.75 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

Some examples of class 4 felonies are aggravated DUI, aggravated assault, robbery, burglary, and misconduct involving a weapon (prohibited possessor). Class 4 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of 1 to 3.75 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

Some examples of class 5 felonies are animal abuse, rioting, criminal damage, and aggravated assault. Class 5 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of .5 to 2.5 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

Some examples of class 6 felonies are aggravated DUI, possession of drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, disorderly conduct and shoplifting. Class 6 felonies in Arizona carry a sentence of .33 to 2 years in prison for a first offense. For most first time offenses, probation is available unless a dangerous designation is sought by the prosecution.

In Arizona, there are two types of class 6 felonies, a class 6 "designated" felony and a class 6 "undesignated" felony. A class 6 designated felony the type of felony discussed above, there is nothing special about it. However, a class 6 undesignated felony is a felony that, upon completion of probation and any other terms of sentencing, can be turned into a misdemeanor conviction. 

There are many nuances to the way an Arizona class 6 undesignated felony works. For example, sometimes the terms of how the misdemeanor is earned can be negotiated by an Arizona criminal defense attorney. Recent legislation was passed at the Arizona legislature that Attorney Steven Scharboneau was directly involved in passing that requires for most purposes, a class 6 undesignated felony be treated as a misdemeanor for some purposes. This legislation was drafted and passed as to avoid creating hardship is securing housing or employment for folks with a class 6 undesignated felony conviction.  

Having a criminal defense attorney who is experienced with representing clients against Cave Creek criminal charges, such as criminal defense attorney Steven Scharboneau, can be extremely helpful. If you are facing felony charges arising out of the Cave Creek area, contact Steven 24/7 to set up a time for him to answer your questions free of charge. Please call or text (480) 363-0090.