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Matthew Fox Formally Charged with DUI

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Wed, 16 May 2012 18:35:00 GMT

In Bend, Oregon, local news sources have announced that actor Matthew Fox has been officially charged with DUI (driving under the influence) without a license. The news first broke when a statement was released by the Oregon's Deschutes County District Attorney's Office. On May 4^th, 45-year-old Fox was placed under arrest by local police after he was pulled over for failing to maintain a proper lane and failing to use appropriate signals. After questioning Fox, police believed he was DUI and placed him under arrest. He was released from jail approximately five hours after his arrest.

An arraignment has been set for the actor for June 7^th. At that time, he'll have to enter a plea. Fox is most known for his roles on "Lost" and "Party of Five". Have you been placed under arrest for drunk driving in Arizona? Take the time to contact the Knowles Law Firm to enlist the help and services of an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer that can help you contest your charges and move forward with your life.

Nitrous Oxide Induced Crash Leads to Multiple Deaths

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Thu, 10 May 2012 20:00:00 GMT

A young man may have to spend the next ten to twenty years in prison for causing a fatal accident in Sacramento, California. M.D.S. took the lives of two brothers when he decided to get behind the wheel after inhaling a balloon filled with nitrogen. The defendant visited a head shop in Folsom last year where he purchased the balloon. The gas, which some addicts obtain through cooking sprays or whipped cream cans, supposedly gave him a brief rush. However, after inhaling the nitrous oxide, which is most commonly used in dental clinics as an anesthetic, he claims to have lost all memory of what happened next. When M.D.S. regained clarity, he realized he had just caused a car accident that took the lives of two brothers as well as injured a third passenger.

Last week a judge in Sacramento County ordered M.D.D. to stand trial for two counts of vehicular gross manslaughter. The victims were later identified as 37-year-old S.O.M. and his brother, 32-year-old R.T.O. If you are accused of causing a fatal DUI accident and you want to fight your charges, contact the Knowles Law Firm today to arrange a case evaluation with an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer as soon as possible. Once contacted, we will review your case, answer your questions, and inform you of possible defense options.

Driver Gets Sixteen Years for Fatal DUI Crash

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Wed, 09 May 2012 01:30:00 GMT

After taking the life of a paramedic last year, a young man has been sentenced to sixteen years behind bars. Police say the fatal accident could have been prevented if the driver had been responsible and had not chosen to drink and drive. Last May the defendant, 27-year-old G.G., caused the collision while under the influence. The police later learned that he had spent the evening drinking at a nightclub downtown. Although he did sleep for a few hours after drinking at a friend's house, he woke up and got behind the wheel still intoxicated. G.G. slammed into the back of the victim's car, which was parked at the time. The impact propelled the victim's vehicle into another car and then it went airborne, eventually crashing into a pole.

When police arrived in the scene, the driver was nowhere to be seen. G.G. was later discovered hiding in a window well. His blood-alcohol level was 0.19%, which gave officers the right to arrest him for DUI. The victim lived for another week before succumbing to his massive internal injuries. If you are facing a felony DUI offense in Arizona, contact the Knowles Law Firm today to get immediate help from a Phoenix DUI attorney from our legal team.

Millionaire Subjected to Civil Suit for DUI Accident

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:45:00 GMT

A multi-millionaire faces not only extensive jail time but also a civil suit for the DUI accident that he caused in 2010. John Goodman, founder of the International Polo Club, has already been found guilty of vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter. Now the family of the victim is suing him for the unlawful death of their son. Goodman is scheduled to be sentenced later this year and is expected to receive 30 years behind bars in a federal prison. A jury found him guilty of striking the victim, 23-year-old S.W.'s, vehicle from behind and forcing it into a lake. Rather than provide assistance, Goodman fled, leaving the victim to eventually drown alone.

After several weeks of discussion between attorneys, Goodman has agreed to a settlement with S.W.'s parents. News sources say he has agreed to pay each parent $23 million for causing the 2010 crash that killed their son. If you caused an accident while driving drunk in Arizona, you may be charged with a felony DUI offense. When this happens, you'll want an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer handling your case and protecting your best interests. To get an attorney's help throughout your DUI case, contact the Knowles Law Firm today.

Police Find DUI Suspect in Possession of Heroin

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:50:00 GMT

Police in Phoenix, Arizona detained a driver last week on suspicion of not only DUI but heroin possession as well. When police ran the man's driver's license, they soon learned that he was wanted on several other charges. According to the Phoenix Police Department, 37-year-old C.H. was being targeted in an undercover operation. When the officers caught him at a traffic stop, it was apparent that he was under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. A search of his vehicle by police canines revealed that he was transporting four pounds of black tar heroin. The narcotics are believed to have been smuggled across the border from Mexico and would have been worth thousands of dollars on the street if sold.

In addition to the drug charges, C.H. was also wanted on several outstanding warrants. Police learned that he was wanted on one misdemeanor warrant and two felony warrants, all outstanding, by different agencies in the state of Arizona. If you have been arrested for DUI and are hoping to challenge the charges brought against you, contact the Knowles Law Firm today to see how a Phoenix DUI attorney from our team can be of assistance to you.

Atlanta Braves Pitcher Arrested for DUI

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:15:00 GMT

Another athlete has been detained on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI). Christian Martinez, a pitcher for the Atlanta Braves, was pulled over by a police officer in Gwinnett County last week. According to the police report, Martinez was witnessed driving under the speed limit at an alarmingly low rate of speed. When the officer approached his vehicle, the policeman claims it was evident that he was under the influence of alcohol. After failing field sobriety tests, Martinez was asked to consent to a breathalyzer test. The results of the test confirmed that he was indeed intoxicated, registering a BAC of 0.13%.

In addition to DUI, Martinez was charged with impeding the flow of traffic and improper lane change. At this time, the Braves are not commenting whether he will be allowed to play in upcoming games. Early last year, a fellow Braves player, Derek Lowe, was detained on suspicion of DUI but later had his charges dropped. If you were recently arrested for DUI and plan to contest your charges, contact the Knowles Law Firm now to get immediate help from an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer!

Mother Caught DUI with Three Kids Inside Car

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:35:00 GMT

Police were called to the scene of a car accident last week that involved several children. A quick survey of the scene revealed that the driver, the mother of the children, was intoxicated at the time of the collision. The suspect, 34-year-old D.U., was driving with three of her children when she crashed into a wall near a school. She is reported to have caused $1,000 worth of damage to the wall, which she will be responsible for paying. After finding several opened bottles of liquor in her car and purse, police had no choice but to arrest her.

Once the officers' investigation has been completed, D.U. is likely to be charged with three counts of DUI with a passenger under the age of 15 and aggravated DUI. If you have recently caused a DUI accident, you could be facing serious criminal penalties. This also holds true if you were caught DUI with a minor in your vehicle. Due to severity of the charges you are facing, you'll want a Phoenix DUI attorney on your side throughout the duration of your case. To get immediate legal help, contact the Knowles Law Firm today.

DUI Suspect Faces New Charges

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 02:29:00 GMT

One man is being charged in two separate drunk driving cases. Based on new evidence brought before the court, he could be facing additional charges as well. C.E.R., 24, has been accused of driving under the influence (DUI) as well as leaving the scene of an accident. However, he is now being charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance and distribution of a controlled dangerous substance. As if these charges were not serious enough, the second arrest involved a hit-and-run accident that left a man without a right leg.

According to reports, C.E.R. was driving in Muskogee County when he struck a man on a motorcycle. The victim, 55-year-old R.C., was thrown from his bike. The impact caused life-threatening injuries that kept R.C. in the hospital for weeks. For that collision, C.E.R. was charged with leaving the scene of an accident involving injury and DUI causing personal bodily injury. If you have been placed under arrest for a felony DUI offense in Arizona, contact the Knowles Law Firm as soon as possible so you have a Phoenix DUI attorney on your side who can protect your bets interests.

Teenager Facing Three DUI Trials

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 03:55:00 GMT

A teenager in Florida faces not one but three DUI trials. She was arrested three times over a period of just seventeen days in the Tampa Bay area. K.M., now 18 years old, was first arrested at the end of February on suspicion of driving under the influence. At that time, she was also found to be in possession of narcotics and drug paraphernalia. About a week later, she was detained once again for DUI and possession of marijuana. Since she was arrested three times, the prosecutor asked the judge to revoke her bail.

She is due back in court next month for each of her arrests. The judge issued K.M. a stern warning about staying out of trouble until then. She responded by saying that she had not been drunk any of the times she was pulled over, but was instead under the influence of marijuana. If found guilty of all the charges against her, the teen could spend several years behind bars. Arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs in Arizona? Have your case reviewed by an experienced legal professional by contacting the Knowles Law Firm to set up a time to meet with a Phoenix DUI lawyer from our office.

Aggravated DUI Charges Filed against Officer

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:45:00 GMT

According to local news reports, an officer with the Phoenix Police Department was recently detained for suspicion of aggravated DUI. Sources say Officer B.G. was pulled over while leaving the Phoenix International Raceway where an event had just taken place. While driving, his actions raised suspicion, prompting officers to pull him over and perform a Breathalyzer test. The results of the test showed that Officer B.G. was intoxicated as his result was above the state's legal limit of 0.08%.

Since he had his 7-year-old son with him at the time of his arrest, the offense was increased in severity. Instead of being arrested for DUI, he was arrested for aggravated DUI, which is a class six felony in the state of Arizona. Any time that someone has committed a crime in the presence of a child under the age of 15, the charge is increased to a felony. Although he was not taken into custody, only cited, he has been placed on administrative leave until the results of his blood work are returned. If you're facing serious DUI charges and would like a legal professional on your side, contact the Knowles Law Firm now to get assistance from a Phoenix DUI attorney from our office.

DUI Offender Sings "Bohemian Rhapsody" during Arrest

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:30:00 GMT

A DUI arrest that occurred in Canada has made news headlines this week. Allegedly, the DUI offender, 29-year-old R.W., decided to serenade police while he was arrested for drunk driving back in November. Officers had a camera installed in their patrol car and it caught R.W. singing Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" while he was being detained. Since the arrest, the video has found its way to the internet and has become viral.

Not only did R.W. proceed to sing the song word-for-word, he also put on an exuberant performance for the officers by gesturing, air-guitaring, drumming as well as pounding on the window of the officers' vehicle. He was not in handcuffs, which enabled him to put on quite a show before police were able to place him inside their cruiser. Not only is the DUI arrest video being used for entertainment purposes on the internet, but also as evidence against R.W. in court. News sources say that he has pleaded not guilty to his charges and he plans to represent himself. Arrested for DUI in Phoenix? Don't make the mistake of representing yourself. Instead, hire a Phoenix DUI lawyer by contacting the Knowles Law Firm so you have a litigator on your side that is knowledgeable and experienced.

Law Enforcement To Target Drunk Off-Road Vehicle Drivers

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 04:20:00 GMT

Even those people operating off-highway vehicles can be subjected to Breathalyzer tests. Law enforcement agents in Arizona say that they are going to start cracking down on drunken operators of off-road autos and now they have new equipment to prove people are under the influence. Thanks to a $4,000 federal grant, officers with the Arizona Game and Fish Department were able to buy eight Breathalyzer machines. The officers spoke recently about not being able to charge offenders with DUI due to a lack of training and breath-analysis machines.

The new devices will be used to support field sobriety tests which may not always be useful in determining whether or not a driver is intoxicated as these tests rely on an officer's judgment versus conclusive data. Were you recently arrested for DUI? Did you perform field sobriety tests or submit to a breath test only for officers to rule that you were impaired? If so, now is the time to consult a Phoenix DUI attorney from our team who can inform you of your defense options. Don't wait to schedule your consultation with a knowledgeable lawyer by contacting the Knowles Law Firm today.

Woman Loses Life During Drunk Driving Collision

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:10:00 GMT

A woman lost her life last week in a drunk driving accident. Although she was not the one that was impaired, she was forced off the roadway and careened to her death. Police received a 911 call last week around 3 a.m. on Saturday. Allegedly, a SUV had run into another vehicle, the impact of which sent it flying off the roadway. The vehicle rolled over and caused fatal injuries to the driver, 62-year-old M.B. Just a few moments before police received a phone call about the car accident, several more calls had been placed about the erratic driving of 24-year-old G.M.

G.M. was witnessed pushing his vehicle off the road and walking away after the collision. By the time that police caught up with him, he was still intoxicated and admitted to having had several alcoholic drinks earlier in the night. He also told police that he was a recovering alcoholic. If you were arrested for a felony DUI offense, now is the time to contact the Knowles Law Firm so you can discuss your options with an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer. With our help, you can challenge your charges as well as the evidence presented against you.

Officer Arrested for Causing DUI Crash

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 22:10:00 GMT

The South Carolina Highway Patrol was called to the scene of an accident last week in Georgetown County. The driver who caused the accident, 51-year-old M.F.R., allegedly lost control of his vehicle while traveling down a local highway. According to reports, his SUV drifted across the highway into a median and then overturned. Following the accident, M.F.R. was taken into custody and spent the night in jail. News sources later confirmed that M.F.R. was a police officer.

After a bond hearing, he was released on a $995 bond. At this time, M.F.R. is on administrative leave and it has been reported that he worked for the Town of Mount Pleasant for 29 years. If you were placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI, it is important that you discuss your case with an experienced Phoenix DUI lawyer as you may be able to fight your charges and possibly avoid harsh legal penalties like jail time. To have your case reviewed by an attorney, take the time to contact the Knowles Law Firm today.

Drunk Driver Caught with 4 Children Inside Car

Phoenix DUI Lawyer — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 01:30:00 GMT

Police reports show that a suspect, S.A., 36, was stopped at a vehicle checkpoint around midnight. Officers immediately smelled alcohol from inside his vehicle and asked him to pull over. It was then that they realized that he had his four children with him inside the car. The youngest child was 4 years old - the ages of the other children are unknown. S.A. was charged with two counts of violating a seatbelt law, driving without a license, DUI and four counts of child endangerment by DUI.

At this time, S.A. is being held on multiple bonds for each of his charges. His wife stepped forward shortly after to state that he was not intoxicated at the time of his arrest. If you have recently been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, you should consider hiring a Phoenix DUI attorney as soon as possible if you hope to fight your charges. To enlist the help and guidance of a lawyer, contact the Knowles Law Firm today and set up a time to meet with an attorney from our office.