Boating DUI Lawyers in Phoenix
Arrested for boating while drunk?
The state of Arizona is very strict when it comes to matters of DUI. A number of people know about the various laws regarding drinking and driving, but surprisingly, not many are aware of the harsh penalties associated with a boating DUI. Known in some areas as an OUI, this charge is designed to keep people safe on the various lakes, waterways, and rivers in Arizona. This includes the operation of jet skis, boats, or any other watercraft.
As with any DUI, operating a boat with a blood alcohol content level of .08% is illegal. If you are arrested with a BAC between 0.08% and 0.15%, it may be considered a misdemeanor DUI and you may face mandatory jail time. At MayesTelles PLLC, some of our Phoenix boating DUI attorneys are former prosecutors. We know how to defend our clients from the harsh consequences of a boating DUI charge.
A super-extreme DUI charge (0.20% BAC or higher) may come with even harsher penalties, such as:
- 45 days minimum in jail
- $5,000 fine
- Driver’s license suspension
The Seriousness of an Arrest
If you are arrested for a boating DUI, it can cause a number of issues in your life and limit your abilities to not only operate a watercraft, but also drive a vehicle. It is important that you take these matters seriously. Subsequent arrests result in longer, more severe penalties. If you are arrested, make sure you take the necessary steps to retain legal counsel.
In order to charge you with a boating DUI, law enforcement officials must prove that you had a blood alcohol content level above 0.08%. This done through the use of breathalyzers. It is important to know that these are not always accurate and can have some calibration issues that cause an individual to blow a number higher than what is correct.
Our team recognizes these issues and can develop a case on your behalf.
Call for Your Free Consultation
With so much at stake, it is important that you safeguard your rights with the most effective representation possible. At MayesTelles PLLC, we have nearly 200 years of experience and we work hard to help our clients get through this matter in the most favorable way. Our team knows the various courts and judges throughout the area and we know how these types of cases are tried. We put our experience and tenacity together to guide you through the entire process from start to finish.
Learn the various laws regarding boating DUI and what you need to do if you are arrested by speaking with a skilled Phoenix DUI lawyer. We are here to walk by your side through this difficult legal process.
Schedule your free consultation with our firm by calling (602) 428-7104 today.
We've Won Thousands of Cases
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Charges Reduced to Reckless Driving
Client R.C. was stopped by Mesa Police for a civil traffic violation and later charged with DUI, Extreme DUI, and Super Extreme DUI in a justice court. During the course of their representation, MayesTelles attorneys discovered important inconsistencies in the police reports. When we presented these issues to the State, the prosecutor’s office agreed to drop all DUI charges.
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Fatal Commercial Vehicle Accident
MayesTelles Client A.F. and her husband tragically lost their unborn child as a result of the negligence of an individual operating a commercial vehicle in Yuma, Arizona. After substantial investigation including accident reconstruction and filing a lawsuit, the insurance company paid out the policy limits of $1,000,000.00.
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4 Counts of Aggravated DUI Dismissed
Client M.W. was charged with 4 counts of Aggravated DUI in the Maricopa County Superior Court in July 2016 for allegedly riding a motorized bicycle under the influence. The attorneys at MayesTelles demanded that the State include certain materials in their presentation to the grand jury, resulting in the grand jury refusing to indict and the case being dismissed.
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Client Charged with DUI
Client, GS, charged with DUI - sentence was reduced to reckless driving.
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Client Facing Assault Felony
M.L. was charged with 1 count of Aggravated Assault, a class 3 dangerous felony. She plead guilty to Aggravated Assault, a class 6 undesignated felony, with a stipulation to 3 months of initial jail. She received credit for 32 days and the rest of the jail time was deferred. She was placed on 3 years of supervised probation. She has the opportunity to designate the offense a misdemeanor after successfully completing probation. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with DUI
Our client, A.R, was charged with 1 count of DUI and 1 count of Failure to Control Speed to Avoid a Collision. During extensive pre-trial investigation, it was discovered that the police made many errors in how they handled the case. We were able to get the client's charges reduced to reckless driving. Location: Glendale City Court
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Client Charged with Four Felony Counts
Our client, Ms. D., was charged with two counts of forgery - a class 4 Felony as well as theft - a class 2 Felony and also fraudulent schemes and artifices - a class 2 Felony. We were able to get her conviction reduced to a class 6 undesignated felony with the opportunity to reduce further to a misdemeanor. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Trespass & Assault
Our client, T.C., was charged in Maricopa County Superior Court on July 8, 2015 with 1 count of Criminal Trespass, a class 6 felony, and 1 count Assault, a class 2 Misdemeanor. On September 9, 2015, after an 8-day jury trial, our client was found not guilty on both charges. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Shoplifting
Our client, Ms. H., was charged with shoplifting - a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get her conviction set aside. Location: Phoenix Municipal Court
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Client Faced 5 Felony Sex Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with five counts of felony sex offenses, including two counts of Sex Conduct with a Minor and three counts of Molestation of a Child. We were able to get the case dismissed upon a successful Motion to Dismiss. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Disorderly Conduct
Our client, K.F., was charged with Disorderly Conduct, a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get this client's case dismissed. Location: Tempe Municipal Court
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Client Facing Multiple Criminal Charges
Our client, L.S., was charged on October 20, 2014 in Mesa for an assault, disorderly conduct, and criminal damage. MayesTelles PLLC was able to get those charges dismissed.
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Client Facing Multiple Domestic Violence Offenses
Our client, Ms. C., was facing charges of assault / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), disorderly conduct / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), and criminal damage / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor). We were able to get our client's case dismissed. Location: Mesa Municipal Court
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Charged with Assault & Failure to Appear
Our client, L.S., was charged in Phoenix on December 27, 2014 for assault and failure to appear. After completing diversion, our client's case was dismissed.
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Multiple Felony Theft Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with Theft of Means of Transportation (Class 3 Felony) and Trafficking in Stolen Property (Class 3 Felony). Both class 3 felonies have a possible sentencing range of 2 - 8.75 years in prison. We were able to get our client's charge reduced to a Class 1 Misdemeanor with no jail time. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
Why Choose MayesTelles PLLC?
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Nearly 200 Years of Combined Experience
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Thousands of Cases Successfully Handled
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