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Cottonwood DUI Lawyer

Cottonwood DUI Attorney

Joshua I. Fisher is a top DUI attorney serving Cottonwood, AZ.

602-962-4436
Served in the United States Army Reserve Judge Advocate General’s Corps for 10 years, from 2008-2018
Worked as a prosecutor for the City of Phoenix for seven years
Led the drug interdiction unit (narcotics trafficking) for four years at the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office
Tried over two hundred cases before juries in state, federal, and military courts
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Joshua I. Fisher is our recommended Cottonwood DUI attorney. 602-962-4436

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About Joshua I. Fisher

Joshua Fisher is a criminal law attorney for Gallagher and Kennedy and has tried over two hundred cases before juries in state, federal, and military courts. These included DUI and vehicular crimes, complex felonies and fraud, homicide and second-degree murder, theft, white-collar crimes, sex crimes, and other criminal defense matters. After working for over 15 years as a government prosecutor, Joshua moved into private practice as a criminal defense attorney. This is where he applied his significant trial experience and aptitude for creative and strategic casework to defending persons accused of a crime. Before joining G&K, Joshua worked for the Yavapai County Attorney’s Office for seven years. He led the drug interdiction unit (narcotics trafficking) for four years, serving as a liaison between deputies and the County as a “proactive prosecution.” Joshua then moved into the general trial unit for another four years, handling complex felony offenses, including dangerous crimes against children, homicides, aggravated assaults, adult sex assaults, and white collar.

BAR & COURT ADMISSIONS

  • Arizona, 2006
  • U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, 2011

ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
  • National College for DUI Defense, Inc., Member
  • State Bar of Arizona, Criminal Law Section, Member
  • Maricopa County Bar Association, Member

COMMUNITY & PHILANTHROPY

  • Madison Heights Dad’s Club

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2575 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

When to Work With a DUI Attorney in Cottonwood

If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Cottonwood, Arizona, you may be feeling scared and overwhelmed. These charges can come with severe consequences, including jail time, substantial fines, and suspension of your driver's license.

DUI Basics

What constitutes a DUI and the related consequences will depend on the state in which you are driving. There are some common requirements and results across the states:

  • Blood Alcohol Concentration. The legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in almost all states is .08%. More stringent requirements apply to commercial drivers, and the legal limit is generally .04% BAC. These limits only apply to those of legal drinking age. There is zero tolerance for any drivers under the age of 21.
  • Criminal Charge. In most states, a first time DUI offense is classified as a misdemeanor. Aggravating factors can escalate the crime to a felony; for example, if anyone is injured. If an individual has multiple DUI offenses, this may also escalate the severity to a felony charge.
  • Multiple Substances and Vehicles. While DUIs are most commonly associated with drinking alcohol and driving a car, the offense is much broader. It includes drug-impaired driving as well as other forms of vehicles, such as motorcycles.

If you have been charged with a DUI, there are a number of factors to consider as you approach your defense. A DUI lawyer in Cottonwood will be able to help you understand the process and develop a strategy.

How a Top Cottonwood DUI Attorney Can Help

Working with a licensed DUI practitioner will be essential to ensuring that you achieve the best possible result in your DUI case. The best Cottonwood DUI lawyer can help navigate all aspects of the proceeding, including:

  • Ensuring Proper Protocol. When arresting someone for a DUI, the police are required to follow strict protocol. For example, a police officer must have probable cause to pull over your vehicle. The Cottonwood DUI attorney can help review your specific case and determine if any protocol was violated. If so, the odds of overturning the arrest are significantly higher.
  • Understand the Charge. As noted above, whether a DUI charge is a misdemeanor or felony will depend on a number of factors. The Cottonwood DUI lawyer can help you understand the severity of the charges you are facing.
  • Evaluating Consequences. The consequences for a DUI offense can be numerous and varied. In addition to jail time and fines, it can include suspension of your license, an increase in your insurance fees, and also potentially your job. Because a DUI offense is a criminal charge, it may show up on background checks run by future employers.
  • Negotiating a Plea. The Cottonwood DUI attorney can help you decide how to plead and can strategize whether it makes sense to accept a plea or to take the case to trial. What can be achieved with a plea bargain will depend on the jurisdiction in which you are facing charges and the strengths or weaknesses of your case. With a skilled Cottonwood attorney, you may be able to avoid a number of the consequences associated with the charge.

Given the serious impact a DUI arrest can have on your future, securing a skilled and competent Cottonwood DUI attorney, can make all the difference in your case.

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