New River and Desert Hills DUI AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY

Being convicted for a DUI in New River Desert Hills can be a stressful and costly life event. New River and Desert Hills is generally patrolled by Maricopa County  Sheriff's Office (MCSO) Deputies. While there isn't a MCSO substation located in New River and Desert Hills, there are substations located in neighboring Cave Creek and Anthem.  If you are arrested for a New River and Desert Hills DUI, chances are this is where you will be taken for the deputies to conduct their DUI investigation. 

If you are arrested for a misdemeanor in New River or Desert Hills, you will be going to court in the Maricopa County Justice Courts. The Desert Ridge Justice Court Precinct covers the majority of the New River and Desert Hills area. However, other justice courts, such as the North Valley Justice Court covers some of this area as well. 

New River and Desert Hills DUIs are classified into 4 general types (1) Regular DUI, (2) Extreme DUI, (3) Super Extreme DUI, and (4) Aggravated DUI. All New River and Desert Hills 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 New River and Desert Hills 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. 

New River and Desert Hills 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 New River or Desert Hills DUI, call or text New River and Desert Hills 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. 

As mentioned before, what court you defend your New River or Desert Hills misdemeanor charges in will depend on the location of the alleged offense. Misdemeanor charges in New River and Desert Hills, like other misdemeanor charges in Arizona, are more serious than a petty offense but less serious than felony charges. Some examples of New River Desert Hills misdemeanors are domestic violence charges, assault, criminal damage, disorderly conduct, theft, and New River or Desert Hills DUI charges as discussed above. 

The maximum penalties for New River Desert Hills 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 New River or Desert Hills criminal defense attorney and DUI 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 New River or Desert Hills, 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 New River Desert Hills felony can have serious consequences and  can be incredibly stressful and scary for those being charged and their families. New River and Desert Hills 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 New River and Desert Hills felony charges are aggravated assault, aggravated DUI, armed robbery, arson, burglary, disorderly conduct, forgery, prohibited possessor or misconduct involving weapons charges in, 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 New River and Desert Hills criminal charges, such as criminal defense attorney Steven Scharboneau, can be extremely helpful. Steven has strong ties to the area and aggressively represents New River and Desert Hills clients. If you are facing felony charges arising out of the New River Desert Hills 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.