Is it legal for a police officer to draw blood from a person under arrest without medical staff present ? For suspicion of DUI .

If the officer got a warrant to draw the blood then it would only take a certified phlebotomist to draw the blood. No medical staff is needed...

How to deal with a first time proabtion violation warrent without serving any jail time in Az

Yes, the best way to avoid sitting in jail waiting for your revocation arraignment is to hire a lawyer to discuss the case with the Apache County...

How long before an accepted plea goes to a judge for approval? if released from out of state jail do they help you get home.

Yes, if you were extradited and then released from the out of state jail - you are responsible for your travel expenses to get home. Additionally,...

Do I need a lawyer?

You should not make any incriminating statements in an online legal services website. Contact an attorney immediately to discuss your matter in...

Got arrested at federal checkpoint for simple possession of controlled substance, I got fingerprinted and imminently let go,

Any chance this was out of Yuma in the Welton Justice Court? This is a common problem in that area. You need to hirer an attorney to follow up on...

Is entrapment if police has someone with medical marijuana card call for medication delivered from another patient then arrest

To be entrapment: 1) the idea of the crime had to originate with law enforcement; 2) law enforcement or their agent urged and induced the person to...

Yes it is possible but it can be difficult. The age of the defendant would be a factor to consider. Additionally, it would be wise to have a recent...

I was cited for a dui 13 months ago. Just got summons to appear on an extreme dui charge. Is this over statute of limitations?

You have a very good defense as you pulled over and surrendered control of your vehicle prior to police involvement. You may also have a valid...

There is not a "3 strikes" law in AZ. There are more severe penalties for "prior historical" convictions as well as enhanced sentences for crimes...

Can someone be released on pretrial services if they're charged with class 1 misdemeanor ??

Yes, release to PTS is within the court's discretion. If you believe such a condition is unnecessary or burdensome, hire an attorney to have the...