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In every Phoenix, Arizona DUI arrest, two separate cases are triggered. There is a court case and a MVD case (Motor Vehicle Division). As to the court case, you have undoubtedly received a notice to appear in a particular court on a particular date. This first court appearance is called the arraignment. This is the beginning of the formal court proceedings.
There is another case that you must be aware of as well: The MVD case. (This is sometimes referred to as the DMV case.) In most Maricopa county drunk driving arrests, the arresting agency will take away your driver’s license and replace it with a pink and yellow piece of paper called the Admin Per Se Affidavit and a temporary license. This piece of paper tells you that you have only 15 days from the date of your arrest to request a hearing from the MVD. If you don’t request the MVD hearing within those 15 days, your license will be automatically suspended. The length of the suspension will vary depending upon whether this is a first-offense driving while intoxicated charge or a subsequent DUI / DWI and whether a chemical test was taken or refused.
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence in Phoenix, or anywhere else in Maricopa county, contact a qualified attorney today. Do not delay. Your freedom and your driving privileges depend on it!
Arizona Courts: Links to Arizona Judicial and Legal system
 AZ Court of Appeals - Arizona State Court of Appeals; Division One. The Arizona Court of Appeals is the intermediate appellate court for the State of Arizona.
AZ Court of Appeals - Arizona State Court of Appeals; Division Two.
U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona.
The Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
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Arizona Arrest and Release
If someone you care about has been arrested in Arizona, visit Arizona Department of Corrections (ADC) web site for detail information.
Other Resources in Arizona
There are a variety of special problems that arise following a drunk driving, DUI, or DWI arrest in Arizona. It may be necessary to use an Arizona bail bondsman to help a friend or loved one gain release from custody. Renting a car may be difficult in Arizona (although we know of several companies that will do so), as is getting car insurance. There may be a requirement to attend special alcohol education or treatment programs, or AA meetings.
Expungement of criminal records in Arizona
Expungement of criminal records in Arizona can be a complex process, and the ability to clean up past criminal convictions depends upon many different factors. The law relating to expunging criminal convictions varies from state to state. It is important that you consult with a lawyer that is skilled in matters pertaining to expungement.
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For a free DUI / DWI consultation, contact a skilled Arizona DUI defense Attorney by calling 1.800.DUI.LAWS.
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