Gilbert Criminal Defense Lawyer

Arizona DUI Defense: Extreme, Aggravated, And Underage DUI

Whether you’re facing an aggravated DUI or your first DUI offense, our lawyers have you covered. We will conduct a thorough investigation and ensure your rights are protected at every step.

Domestic Violence, Assault, And Order Of Protection Defense

Domestic violence, assault, and orders of protection can all be situations involving complex relationships. If you’re facing one of these charges, reach out to our lawyers right away.

Don’t wait to get our legal team on your property crime case. Theft, criminal damage, and trespassing is charged aggressively in Arizona and you need the help of a skilled lawyer.

Traffic Violations And Criminal Speeding Under ARS Section 28 701

Our lawyers will go over all the different defenses for traffic violations, ensuring your rights are protected and the proper procedures were followed during your traffic stop and arrest.

Misdemeanor Offenses At The Gilbert Municipal Court

The Gilbert Municipal Court handles mostly civil traffic tickets, criminal traffic offenses, misdemeanors, violations of Gilbert town ordinances, and orders of protection. At most, you would face up to 6 months in jail and up to $2,500 in fines through municipal court. Not every criminal case stays in this lower court, however. Depending on circumstances, your case may be elevated to superior court which has higher penalties.

Felony Charges Transferred To Maricopa County Superior Court

Superior Court in Maricopa County handles many more case types and more severe situations such as family law, probate, juvenile cases, civil lawsuits involving larger amounts of money, and more. If you have been accused of a felony, you will most likely be seen in Superior Court. The charges and penalties are much more severe in this court so make sure you have a skilled lawyer on your side protecting your rights and fighting for the best possible outcome.

MVD Point Assessments And License Suspensions

Many traffic convictions in Arizona can add points to your driving record. Too many points within a 12 month timeframe can lead to a license suspension or revocation. Taking action as soon as you are arrested can help avoid some of these consequences. Talk to our lawyers today to get started.

Protecting Your Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Don’t let your conviction result in a denied, suspended, or revoked fingerprint clearance card. If this occurs, your career can be put at risk. When you hire our lawyers, we will do everything we can to protect your fingerprint clearance card. With the tools and strategies we have available, you can trust us throughout your case.

Your Initial Appearance And Arraignment

The first appearance you are required to attend will inform you of the charges against you and whether or not you are able to post bail and how much that will be. If you are facing an arraignment, you will also be asked to formally enter a plea. Most people enter the plea of not guilty in order to give them time for an investigation and to discuss options with their lawyer. Talk to our lawyers at Dove Law Firm to get started.

Pre Trial Conferences And Evidentiary Hearings

After your first appearance, the case will move onto pre-trial conferences and evidentiary hearings. During this time, the lawyers and judge will go over evidence, talk about how the case is progressing, talk about scheduling, and determine whether or not the case needs to go to trial. The evidentiary hearings are important to help determine whether certain evidence should be left out because of rights violations when obtaining it.

Negotiating A Plea Agreement Versus Going To Trial

In many situations, a plea agreement will be negotiated. This agreement will give you lesser penalties and charges in exchange for a plea of guilty. Your lawyer will do the negotiations and will make sure the agreement is the best possible path forward. In some cases, when a plea deal is not the best option, your case may go to trial where your lawyer will represent you and fight aggressively for a favorable outcome.

Proven Trial Experience In East Valley Courtrooms

Each member of our team has years of experience and a track record of success serving clients in the various courtrooms of the East Valley. We are dedicated to protecting the rights of our clients and bringing them the best possible outcome no matter the severity of their case.

Direct Attorney Communication From Day One

From the moment you reach out to our lawyers, you will receive direct communication with your attorney. We provide high quality legal representation and will protect your rights every step of the way. Reach out to our lawyers to get started and experience our highly personal service.