Phoenix Criminal Defense & DUI Lawyers

Most Phoenix criminal defense lawyers charge a flat fee that depends on the charge, roughly $1,500–$3,500 for a misdemeanor and $5,000 or more for a felony, based on complexity and whether it goes to trial. Tamou Law Group gives you clear, upfront pricing and a free consultation. Call 623-321-4699.

Yes. Arizona prosecutors pursue convictions aggressively, and even a misdemeanor can bring jail, fines, and a permanent record. A defense lawyer protects your rights, challenges the evidence, and often gets charges reduced or dismissed. You should never face a charge, or talk to police, without one.

Stay calm and do not resist, then invoke your right to remain silent, do not answer questions or try to explain, and do not consent to any search. Ask for a lawyer immediately and say nothing else. Call Tamou Law Group at 623-321-4699, available 24/7.

No. Anything you say can be used against you, and officers are trained to draw out admissions even from innocent people. Politely say you are invoking your right to remain silent and want a lawyer, then stop talking. Let your attorney handle all communication with police.

Yes, and it happens often. Charges are dismissed when evidence came from an illegal stop or search, the State cannot prove an element, a key witness is unreliable, or the case qualifies for a diversion program. Early, aggressive defense is what creates those outcomes.

A misdemeanor (classes 1–3) carries up to six months in jail and a lasting record, while a felony (classes 1–6) can mean prison, loss of gun and voting rights, and lifelong consequences. Many felonies can be fought down to misdemeanors with the right defense.

Not necessarily. First-time offenders often qualify for diversion or a plea that avoids a conviction, and Arizona now lets many convictions be sealed under A.R.S. 13-911. The goal is to keep the offense off your record so it does not follow you to jobs and housing.

A misdemeanor usually resolves in one to four months, while a felony can take six months to over a year depending on complexity and whether it goes to trial. We move quickly where speed helps you and never rush a case that needs to be fought.

Yes. We offer a free, confidential consultation and 24-hour emergency service for arrests. We will review your charges, explain your options, and give you a clear plan with no obligation. Call or text 623-321-4699 anytime, day or night.

We defend clients throughout Phoenix, Scottsdale, and greater Maricopa County, and across Arizona, with offices at 2390 E Camelback Rd in Phoenix and 9375 E Shea Blvd in Scottsdale. We appear in Maricopa County Superior Court and every Valley municipal and justice court.

Arizona does not fully “expunge” most records, but a 2023 law (A.R.S. 13-911) now lets many convictions be sealed from public view, and A.R.S. 13-905 allows a conviction to be set aside. That can keep an old charge from showing up on background checks. We can review your eligibility.

Only in limited situations, with valid consent, probable cause, or a recognized exception. If police searched you, your car, or your phone without a warrant or real justification, that evidence can be suppressed and the case can fall apart. Never consent to a search, and let your lawyer challenge it.

A plea deal is an agreement to plead guilty, usually to a reduced charge, in exchange for a lighter sentence. Some are excellent, others give away a winnable case. Never accept one without a lawyer reviewing the evidence, because a good defense often produces a far better offer, or a dismissal.

Look for a firm that focuses on criminal and DUI defense, has strong verified reviews and real case results, is available 24/7, and gives you honest, direct answers, not pressure. Tamou Law Group is award-winning, rated 5.0 on Google, and offers a free consultation. Call 623-321-4699.