If you have been arrested for a DUI in Show Low, Holbrook, Pinetop, or any other city/town in Navajo County, the DUI Law Specialists at Rosenstein Law Group can help. Call us now for your free initial consultation at (480) 248-7666 to find out how the experienced defense attorneys at the Rosenstein Law Group can help when it comes to your criminal case.
Going to court can feel stressful, and it’s more uncomfortable if you don’t know what to expect. If you’re involved with the court system in Navajo County, here’s what you want to consider, so you can attend your court date with confidence.
The Navajo County Superior Court has two locations, which are located at:
Navajo County Superior Court (County seat – Holbrook, AZ):
100 East Code Talkers Drive
PO Box 668
Holbrook, AZ 86025
Navajo County Superior Court (Show Low):
550 North 9th Place,
Show Low, AZ 85901
For case information, you may call the clerk’s office: (928) 524-4188.
The Navajo County Superior Court handles matters including civil, criminal, mental health, probate, and family law.
The criminal case procedure heard in a Navajo County Superior Court will likely proceed as follows:
Initial Appearance:
Bond Set:
Once a defendant’s bond is set at the initial appearance, the defendant’s release is conditioned upon the terms of that bond.
Status Conference:
A status conference is a meeting at court. This is an opportunity for a defendant’s defense lawyer and the prosecutor to resolve the case. If agreement is reached during this conference, a sentencing hearing is scheduled in which the judge will consider the matter. If no agreement is reached, the court will schedule a preliminary hearing.
Preliminary Hearing:
Grand Jury:
The grand jury, comprised of 16 jurors, is another method for initiating charges. The grand jury determines whether probable cause exists based on evidence presented by the prosecutor. If the grand jury decides there is probable cause, a defendant will receive a grand jury indictment.
Arraignment:
An arraignment is the defendant’s opportunity to enter a plea to the charges. If the defendant enters a “not guilty” plea, a court date will be set. If the defendant enters a “guilty” plea, a sentencing hearing will be scheduled.
Trial:
Sentencing: (If necessary)
If the defendant receives a guilty verdict, they face a range of possible sentences. The judge will set a sentencing date, where both the defense and prosecution may present evidence to help the judge determine an appropriate sentence.
A DUI conviction can have a devastating impact on a person’s life. A defendant must work with an experienced Navajo County or Tempe DUI defense attorney as soon as they receive a citation or face arrest. A DUI can be considered a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the exact circumstances of your case. It is essential to have proper legal representation whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or a felony.
Still, a felony DUI will have more severe consequences.
There are two felony charges for DUI, including:
Class 4 Felony — Any driver who was arrested and charged with a DUI while operating on a suspended or revoked license, having two or more prior DUIs in 7 years, or is accused of a DUI under order to use an ignition interlock device may be charged with a level four felony. If you are charged with a Class 4 Felony, you could be facing a minimum of four years in prison and over $4,000 in fines. In addition, they will lose their right to drive for one year and be forced to have an ignition lock device for not less than two years when their license is reinstated. You must complete a substance abuse treatment plan before reinstatement in some cases.
Class 6 Felony — If you are arrested for DUI with a child under 15 in the vehicle, you may be charged with a level 6 felony. In these cases, with competent legal representation, it is possible to negotiate the charges down to a misdemeanor charge.
Rosenstein Law Group has the experience you need when facing a DUI charge. We serve defendants across the Greater Phoenix metro area, including Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Glendale, Surprise, Peoria, Tucson, Flagstaff, and across Arizona. Contact us today at (480) 248-7666 for a free, no-risk consultation. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.