Drugged Driving Lawyer Tucson, AZ
Protecting Your Freedom When Everything Is at Stake
- Specialists in DUI Defense
- Proven Success Against Faulty Lab Tests
- You Will Work Directly With an Attorney
- Over 50 Combined Years Presenting at Trial
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When your freedom, career, and reputation are on the line, hesitation can only do harm. Every day that passes gives prosecutors more leverage, and valuable evidence can be lost or overlooked.
At St. Louis Huffman Law, Joe St. Louis and Ryan Huffman lead a powerhouse team that combines national recognition, scientific mastery, and relentless trial preparation. We are here to fight. We are not here to shuffle paperwork or push quick plea deals. From the moment you walk into our office, you’ll see that we take on cases we believe in. If we fight for you, it’s because we know you deserve a real chance to win.
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Why Clients Recommend Our Tucson Firm
“Joe St. Louis is not only the finest attorney I have ever known but a true FRIEND of my entire family. Out of State and far from home my 19 year old son got into some trouble while at the University of Arizona. The wonderful reviews of Joe and his firm helped me make the call. It was the smartest thing I've ever done. Fast forward 6 months: All of the charges against my son have been dismissed. My family will be forever grateful to Joe and his entire team.”
— Jim, 5-Star Review
What We Can Help You Avoid
A first conviction for drugged driving in Arizona is a Class 1 misdemeanor with mandatory penalties. These are the consequences we fight to help you avoid:
- Jail Time: Even first-time offenders must serve jail time, typically a minimum of 10 days. In many cases, only one day must actually be served if treatment requirements are met.
- Fines and Surcharges: Expect to pay more than $1,250 in fines, fees, and surcharges.
- License Suspension: Your driver’s license will be suspended for at least 90 days, with possible restrictions when reinstated.
- Drug Treatment and Classes: Courts often require completion of state-approved education or treatment programs at your expense.
- Community Service: Judges may impose community service requirements that interfere with work and family responsibilities.
- Lasting Consequences: Insurance rates increase sharply after a conviction, and employers may see the offense on background checks.
These penalties increase significantly if you are charged with a repeat offense. That's why it's critical to have a defense team that knows how to challenge the science and protect your rights from the very beginning.
What Does It Cost to Hire St. Louis Huffman Law?
- Flat Fees: Our attorneys charge flat fees for most drug DUI cases. In some situations, there may be separate costs for pretrial work or trial, but clients generally know upfront what to expect.
- Trust Money: We collect trust money to cover out-of-pocket expenses, ensuring there are no surprise bills along the way.
- Quality Over Volume: You may find cheaper firms, but cost should never outweigh quality when your freedom is at stake. This is not a volume-driven megafirm. Joe St. Louis personally selected his team because of their skill, integrity, and relentless work ethic. If there’s a weakness in the case against you, we will find it and fight to use it to your advantage.
Frequently Asked Questioned For Our Drugged Driving Lawyers in Tucson, AZ
Can I be convicted if I was prescribed the drug?
Having a prescription doesn’t guarantee immunity, but Arizona law allows defenses if you were taking it as directed. If you were charged with Impairment DUI (ARS 28-1381(A)(1)), a prescription is not a valid defense. If you are charged with "Per se" drug DUI (ARS 28-1381(A)(3)), a prescription for the drug is an affirmative defense if you can prove you were taking the medication as prescribed. We know how to use records and experts to show you acted lawfully.
Am I automatically guilty if my blood test shows drugs?
No. Blood and urine tests often contain errors, from contaminated samples to poor calibration. We’ve won acquittals even with extreme reported levels by exposing flaws and creating doubt.
How are marijuana DUIs treated differently?
Medical patients have some protections, but prosecutors still push these cases. With no clear standard for impairment, we challenge assumptions and show marijuana in your system doesn’t equal guilt.
