Following too closely, swerving too near to someone, or aggressive lane changes could result in charges of road rage. When you are facing these types of accusations, whether they are true or absolutely wrong, arm yourself with a Glendale road rage defense lawyer. At Suzuki Law Offices, we are aggressive Glendale criminal defense lawyers with extensive trial experience who know how to help our clients navigate these complicated legal matters.
What Road Rage Defense Lawyers Can Do for You
At Suzuki Law Offices, we take pride in providing the highest level of legal representation to our clients when facing serious charges like road rage. These types of charges are unique in that Arizona does not have a specific road rage law on the books but does identify aggressive driving as an illegal act. You may face other charges if the incident was more aggressive, including assault with a deadly weapon or aggravated assault, which are criminal charges.
Do not go into a courtroom with charges like this on your own. You have the right to an attorney who will fight for you, including developing effective defense strategies. We strongly encourage you to contact our road rage defense lawyer in Glendale for immediate help, including providing clarification on the following:
- The exact charges you are facing
- The type of evidence against you
- The seriousness of the consequences you face
- Implications on your criminal record, if applicable
- What legal strategies are available to you
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Get StartedBuilding Your Defense Against Road Rage Charges in Glendale
Road rage is very much a serious charge, which means that, when possible, our goal as your attorney will be to reduce charges or prove that you did not engage in them in the first place. Creating an effective legal defense for road rage will require analyzing the information and evidence available and looking to key areas to create doubt. Some examples of the defense strategies that may apply in your situation include:
- Self-defense argument: Our attorneys may help you build a self-defense argument that shows that, in some way, your actions were necessary to protect yourself.
- Challenging accuracy: If you were charged with road rage due to speeding, it may be possible for our legal team to challenge the accuracy of the speed calculation used by the police.
- Misidentification: Another option could be to show that you were misidentified as the driver during the incident, such as showing there is reasonable doubt that you were not the person behind the wheel
- Provocation strategies: Your Glendale road rage defense attorney may apply a provocation strategy in your case, which could include showing the other driver, in some way, provoked you into the action that was taken.
- Credibility of evidence challenge: Our attorneys may also work to demonstrate the evidence in your case is not accurate or, specifically, that it is not reliable.
With our Glendale road rage defense lawyer, our team will consistently work to develop a strong defense strategy for you based on the evidence and details of what occurred in your situation. We can begin talking about your options to defend against these claims once you set up a consultation with our legal team. Do not head into court without a strategy to protect your future.
Abogado cerca de míPotential Consequences You Face in Arizona Road Rage Incidents
One of the most common types of charges filed against road rage drivers in Arizona falls under A.R.S. 28-695, the aggressive driving law in the state. If you are charged with this crime, you may face several consequences, including a class one misdemeanor, with maximum penalties of six months in jail, a fine of up to $2500, and three years of probation.
In addition, the court will rule that you must complete a traffic survival educational program to improve your driving skills. You may also have your driver’s license suspended for 30 days. In situations where you have been convicted of the same crime in the previous two years, this could mean losing your license for an entire year.
Our road rage defense attorney in Glendale will help you navigate your legal options no matter what you are charged with right now. Seek out a consultation and case evaluation with our legal team to determine what legal options are available to you and how we can work to get your charges dismissed or reduced. With our experience, you can count on knowing all of your rights, and our frequently asked questions can help you understand more about your case.
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Aggressive Driving Law in Arizona
As noted, the most common charges in Arizona for a road rage incident will come from the aggressive driving law in the state, though some instances may instead lead to a reckless driving charge if they are minor. To charge you with this crime, the police must demonstrate that you engaged in violating actions. Under the state’s laws, that includes engaging in speeding as well as two of the following:
- Passing another vehicle on the right by driving off the roadway
- Failing to obey any traffic control device
- Following another vehicle too closely
- Unsafe lane changes
- Failure to yield the right-of-way
If they can prove you engaged in speeding and two of these additional violations or related charges, you may be charged with aggressive driving. If that applies to your case right now, tell the police that you would like to speak to your attorney and then contact us. Our Glendale road rage defense lawyer knows how to navigate the legal system and build a strong defense strategy for you, giving you the confidence you need in these tough cases, so read through our reviews today.
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The sooner you contact Suzuki Law Offices for a case evaluation, the sooner you learn what your legal options are and what you need to do right now to reduce the charges you are facing. Our highly skilled and experienced Glendale road rage defense lawyer can offer clear insight and honest feedback on what your legal options and defense strategies are before you head into court. Contact us not to learn what your next step is.
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