Recently, news sources report that a 21-year-old man pleaded guilty to manslaughter for his involvement in a DUI accident during the summer of 2009 that led to the deaths of three people.

On September 28^th, Juan Carlos Loera pled guilty to three counts of manslaughter as well as two counts of aggravated assault.  Maricopa County Superior Court documents announced his guilty plea and stated that he would be sentenced on October 28^th.

On the morning of the crash, police say that Loera's blood alcohol level was 0.137 percent.  The accident took place on June 20, 2009 when Loera crashed his car into a SUV that was carrying a family of four.  The collision led to the deaths of a toddler, an adult and a passenger in Loera's vehicle.

If you have been charged with driving under the influence in Phoenix, contact the Knowles Law Firm to get the legal help you need from a Phoenix DUI attorney.

This week, a news release was issued by the Governor's Office of Highway Safety.  In the release it was revealed that a national initiative aimed at drunk drivers during the Labor Day weekend increased law enforcement units on Arizona roads.

Throughout the holiday weekend, state officials say they are was and increased law enforcement presence and frequent traffic stops as a part of the National Impaired Driving Crackdown.  The Crackdown resulted in numerous DUI arrests and traffic citations.

In 2009, 1,303 officers participated in the Crackdown.  This year, the number increased to 5,423.  Additionally, the number of traffic stops made increased from 13,697 to 30,068.  Police say the total number of DUI arrests during the 17 day enforcement period increased by close to 100, rising from 1,318 to 1,407.

Were you arrested for driving under the influence over Labor Day in Phoenix?  If so, contact the Knowles Law Firm and set up your consultation with a Phoenix DUI attorney today!

In Arizona, new sources are saying that college students should think twice before having one last party prior to the first day of school.

It is reported that Tempe police and the East Valley DUI task force are teaming up over the course of the next two Saturdays. Over the weekend, they will be on the lookout for drivers who are under the influence in the eastern metro Phoenix area.

Police say that they will be conducting their DUI operations from the hours of 8 PM to 4 AM.  According to the Governor's Office of Highway Safety, there's a 30% chance that drivers will be involved in an alcohol-related crash at some point in their lives.

In Arizona, people who are convicted of driving under the influence can be sentenced with mandatory jail time, hefty monetary fine, substantial court fees, driver's license suspension, vehicle impoundment, interlock devices as well as other fees.

If you have been charged with driving under the influence in Phoenix now is the time to consult with a Phoenix DUI lawyer. Contact our office today to set up your initial consultation.

In effort to balance its $100 million budget deficit, the state of Arizona has announced it will permanently close nine MVD offices throughout the state.

What does this mean for you? It means that if you have been arrested for DUI and have to schedule an appointment with the MVD, whether to request an administrative hearing or to get your license reinstated after its been suspended, you could spend hours waiting in line or have to wait several days or weeks before you can get an appointment.

State legislators have been trimming state agencies' budgets left and right, and funding for the transportation department is no exception. The department's funding was reduced by 25%.

Two offices will be closing in the Valley: the office on 27 ^th and Washington streets in central Phoenix and the office on Sossaman Road and Main Street in East Mesa. The other seven offices scheduled to close include Ajo, Benson, Bisbee, Fredonia, Kearny, Superior, ad Willcox.

The closures will likely hit people in the central Phoenix area the hardest, as that office serves nearly 14,000 people per month.

Charged with DUI? A Phoenix DUI lawyer at the Knowles Law Firm is available to defend your case and contest your charges. To arrange a consultation, please contact the office at (888) 332-5621 or (602) 702-5431!