Your 30-day MVD clock starts now.
After a DUI arrest your driver license has its own deadline: 30 days from the suspension notice to request an MVD hearing (A.R.S. § 28-1385).
Phoenix DUI defenseThe State started building its case before you were ever chargedhas a head start. We start on your defense the minute you call, and that first call is free.



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After a DUI arrest your driver license has its own deadline: 30 days from the suspension notice to request an MVD hearing (A.R.S. § 28-1385).
Phoenix DUI defense →Arizona Rule of Criminal Procedure 4.1 requires an initial appearance before a judge within 24 hours of an arrest. Release conditions are set there.
After an arrest in Phoenix →You can decline an interview. One polite sentence is enough: "I want to speak with a lawyer first."
Criminal defense →Mesa Municipal Court, 250 E. 1st Ave., is open Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parking is free in the garage behind the court.
Mesa criminal defense →DUI at 0.08, extreme DUI at 0.15 and super extreme DUI at 0.20. Each level has its own mandatory penalties.
Extreme DUI →Your citation or release papers name the court. City courts hear misdemeanors from inside city limits. Felony cases go to Superior Court.
Arizona courts →Scottsdale requires a written request for jail video within 30 days of the arrest. After that it may be destroyed.
Scottsdale criminal defense →Arizona's sealing law, A.R.S. § 13-911, lets many people petition to seal arrest and conviction records once waiting periods are met.
Record sealing →Most people who reach us were arrested in the last few days. Tap your charge to read what you are actually facing, or call and we will walk you through it.
Not listed, or not sure how yours is classified? See every charge we defend →
Each page covers the Phoenix courts and process for that charge.
Do not explain the stop, the fight, or the search. Anything said can be used.
No texts, stories, or “what happened” on social. Screenshots last.
Those lines are recorded. Do not discuss facts from custody.
Get a lawyer on it before the initial appearance if you can.
From DUI stops to complex investigations, trial-ready counsel across Maricopa County.
If you or a loved one is facing charges, you need someone aggressive, persistent, and skillful defending your rights.
Protect your license, record, and future after a stop or arrest.
Seeking protection, or fighting a false order. You don’t have to go it alone.
Few events are more stressful than the risk of losing the license your career depends on.
Fraud, investigations, and complex business cases, handled with discretion.
There is no greater injustice than being wrongfully convicted or punished unfairly.
If you have been threatened or served, you need a skilled attorney to fight your cause.
Serious injury and wrongful death. Contingency: no cost unless we recover.
Few experiences are more crushing than facing the risk of losing your child.
You do not have to figure this out alone.
Tell us what happened. Free. After-hours calls reach our answering service, so you are not waiting until Monday.
A defense attorney looks at the arrest, the court date, and what the state is likely to argue. Then we tell you straight.
That posture changes how the other side treats the case. You get a plan, not a pitch. Most criminal cases are a flat fee.
Each city has its own court, its own prosecutor and its own process. Start with the city where the charge was filed.
City court: Phoenix Municipal Court, 300 W. Washington St.
City court: Mesa Municipal Court, 250 E. 1st Ave.
City court: Scottsdale City Court, 3700 N. 75th St.
City court: Tempe Municipal Court, 140 E. Fifth Street
Office hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Available 24/7 after hours.
We prepare every case for trial, and the other side knows it.
Ryan Tait took more cases to trial than any attorney in his bureau at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. He left because the bullies were too often the government.
We keep caseloads deliberately low, so the lawyers on your case have time to watch the video and read the reports line by line. A case that is genuinely prepared for trial changes the conversation with the prosecutor.
Most criminal cases are quoted as a flat fee. You know the number before the work starts. Consultations are free.
Arrests do not wait for office hours. After-hours calls are answered. If someone is in custody, use the phone.
Founder of Nova Law Group. Former Maricopa County Attorney’s Office felony prosecutor. UCLA School of Law. Known for taking the cases others will not, and for treating scared people like adults.
Fighting for the accused is not just a job. That is why this firm exists.
Chicago-born bilingual criminal defense attorney. Chicago-Kent College of Law, cum laude. Internship in Mexico City and a clerkship with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office before joining Nova.
She came to this firm to protect constitutional rights and to try cases, not farm them out.
Senior criminal defense trial attorney. Ranked top 10 in her law school class and graduated magna cum laude. Interned for both the prosecution and the defense before committing to this side.
Driven by empathy and results. She takes the constitutional rights of her clients personally.
Paralegal for the criminal defense team. Pre-law degree in Criminal Justice. Deep experience in immigration law and criminal defense. The two often collide in Maricopa County.
She takes on the hard files and keeps the case moving so the lawyers can try it.
Paralegal at Nova Law Group. The person who keeps the file tight: records, dates and discovery, so nothing slips before court.
Clients reach him when they need an update. He makes sure the team has what it needs to fight.
Legal assistant at Nova Law Group. First voice a lot of families hear after an arrest: intake, scheduling, and getting a lawyer on the file fast.
The goal is simple: nobody sits in the dark waiting for Monday.
From our Google reviews, plus Yelp and Avvo. These are clients’ own words, reproduced from our review profiles.
“These guys are the best attorneys in all of Arizona. It is definitely the most professional group of lawyers… I recommend this firm!”
“Sydney was extremely thorough regarding every single detail of my criminal case… it ultimately resulted in a clear and powerful win for my case.”
“They fought tirelessly for my case and helped me achieve a favorable outcome. Exceptional service and results.”
“The firm provided me with the most professional legal representation possible. Mr. Ryan Tait patiently explained… beyond my expectations.”
“The best law firm that I have ever dealt with. The amount of passion & commitment that they dedicated for my case… truly what separated them from other law firms.”
“Oh my goodness, our lawyer Ryan Tait was amazing. He does what he says he’s going to do. A very patient lawyer… He’s a miracle worker.”
“I was being charged with a few felony counts and facing a few years in prison… I made the best choice of my life calling this law firm.”
“…they reached out to one of their attorneys and confirmed my suspicions; I’ve been worried this whole time about criminal charges, they put my fears to rest. HIGHLY recommend them.”
“Helpful and clear direction in a time of uncertainty. Highly recommended.”
“Ryan Tait was amazing and really helpful. I would recommend him.”
“If you’re looking for a law group that truly cares about you and makes a difficult situation less stressful, these are your people… Alexis was my lawyer, and she was truly heaven-sent.”
“Alexis Brooks was my lawyer… She was extremely professional yet down to earth and always made me feel at ease and confident in my case. I would definitely recommend her for anyone that needs an excellent defense attorney.”
“Spectacular representation! Sydney was very compassionate, diligent and professional. I can’t recommend enough.”
“…Ryan and his team are kind, understanding, and very good listeners. Each member of his team was well educated, knowledgable and very professional.”
“We hired Mr. Tait to handle a legal affair for a member of our family. It was a complex criminal case that required over two years of work! Through the entire effort, Mr. Tait kept us informed…”
“My family hired Ryan Tait to fight for my family member… He went over all the pros and cons. He answered all our questions and calls. He knows what he is doing.”
“Ryan is absolutely awesome and professional. He gave me all detailed advice I needed. He is nice and patient. I definitely recommend Ryan and his law firm!”
“Very good at what they do… they were always on top of everything didn’t really have to do much they took care of everything…”
“These guys are great!! They did a great job on my case, super consistent and helpful. Definitely will recommend them to anyone.”
“Excellent lawyers… and their honesty, and they helped me even though I do not live in Arizona.”
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
De nuestras reseñas en Google, además de Yelp y Avvo. Son las palabras de nuestros clientes, tomadas de nuestros perfiles de reseñas y traducidas del inglés.
“Son los mejores abogados de todo Arizona. Sin duda es el grupo de abogados más profesional… ¡Recomiendo esta firma!”
“Sydney fue sumamente minuciosa con cada detalle de mi caso penal… al final, eso resultó en una victoria clara y contundente para mi caso.”
“Lucharon incansablemente por mi caso y me ayudaron a lograr un resultado favorable. Servicio y resultados excepcionales.”
“La firma me brindó la representación legal más profesional posible. El Sr. Ryan Tait me explicó con paciencia… más allá de mis expectativas.”
“La mejor firma de abogados con la que he tratado. La pasión y el compromiso que dedicaron a mi caso… es lo que realmente los distinguió de otras firmas.”
“¡Dios mío, nuestro abogado Ryan Tait fue increíble! Cumple lo que dice que va a hacer. Un abogado muy paciente… Hace milagros.”
“Me acusaban de varios cargos por delitos graves y me enfrentaba a unos años de prisión… Tomé la mejor decisión de mi vida al llamar a esta firma.”
“…se comunicaron con uno de sus abogados y confirmaron mis sospechas; había estado preocupado todo este tiempo por posibles cargos penales, y calmaron mis temores. Los recomiendo MUCHÍSIMO.”
“Orientación útil y clara en un momento de incertidumbre. Muy recomendables.”
“Ryan Tait fue increíble y de gran ayuda. Lo recomendaría.”
“Si busca un despacho que de verdad se preocupe por usted y haga que una situación difícil sea menos estresante, esta es su gente… Alexis fue mi abogada, y fue una verdadera bendición.”
“Alexis Brooks fue mi abogada… Fue sumamente profesional y a la vez sencilla, y siempre me hizo sentir tranquilo y seguro con mi caso. Sin duda la recomendaría a cualquiera que necesite una excelente abogada defensora.”
“¡Representación espectacular! Sydney fue muy compasiva, diligente y profesional. No puedo recomendarla lo suficiente.”
“…Ryan y su equipo son amables, comprensivos y saben escuchar. Cada miembro de su equipo demostró estar bien preparado, con conocimiento y gran profesionalismo.”
“Contratamos al Sr. Tait para encargarse de un asunto legal de un miembro de nuestra familia. Fue un caso penal complejo que requirió más de dos años de trabajo. Durante todo el proceso, el Sr. Tait nos mantuvo informados…”
“Mi familia contrató a Ryan Tait para luchar por un familiar… Nos explicó todos los pros y los contras. Respondió todas nuestras preguntas y llamadas. Sabe lo que hace.”
“Ryan es absolutamente increíble y profesional. Me dio todos los consejos detallados que necesitaba. Es amable y paciente. ¡Sin duda recomiendo a Ryan y a su bufete!”
“Muy buenos en lo que hacen… siempre estuvieron al tanto de todo; casi no tuve que hacer nada, ellos se encargaron de todo…”
“¡Son excelentes! Hicieron un gran trabajo en mi caso, muy constantes y serviciales. Sin duda los recomendaré a cualquiera.”
“Excelentes abogados… y su honestidad y eso que me ayudaron que yo no vivo en Arizona”
Los resultados anteriores no garantizan un resultado similar.
Free consultation. After-hours available. Trial-ready defense across Maricopa County.
Nova Law Group is a Phoenix trial firm built around criminal defense. We handle felony and misdemeanor charges across Maricopa County, including DUI, drug charges, assault, domestic violence, theft and shoplifting, probation violations, white collar allegations, sex crimes, homicide, and federal charges. Alongside that, we take on orders of protection and injunctions against harassment, professional license defense, business and contract disputes, defamation, juvenile matters, post-conviction relief and appeals, and personal injury. If you are not sure whether your situation fits, call and ask. We would rather point you in the right direction than leave you guessing.
Stop talking about the case. You have the right to remain silent and the right to a lawyer, and using both is not an admission of anything; it is the single most protective thing you can do. Do not explain, do not try to talk your way out of it, and do not discuss the facts over a jail phone line, which is recorded. Write down everything you remember while it is fresh: who was there, what was said, what time it happened. Then get a lawyer involved before your initial appearance or arraignment, because the earliest decisions in a case often shape everything that follows.
Criminal cases are handled on a flat fee, so you know the cost up front instead of watching a clock. The amount depends on the charge, the court, and how far the case is likely to go. A misdemeanor resolved early and a felony headed for trial are not the same amount of work. Our other practice areas, including civil litigation and license defense, are billed hourly. Personal injury is handled on contingency, which means no cost to you unless we recover. Consultations are free, and we will give you a straight answer about cost before you commit to anything.
Our intake team answers, takes down the basics of your situation, and gets you scheduled with an attorney. That first conversation is free. We keep it in plain language: what you are charged with, what it actually carries, what the next few weeks look like, and what we would do about it. There is no pressure to hire us on the spot. We also have an after-hours answering service, so a call outside business hours does not go into a void, though we cannot promise an attorney is reachable at every hour of the night.
Attention changes. We keep our caseload deliberately low, which means your file gets real hours from real lawyers instead of a few minutes between hearings. More than one attorney is genuinely engaged with every case we take, so nothing rides on a single calendar or a single read of the facts. We are persistent. We push on the evidence, on the disclosure, on the plea offer, and we keep pushing after most lawyers would have stopped. We prepare cases to be tried, and prosecutors negotiate differently with a firm that means it. And we do all of it without treating you like a case number, because the person on the other side of this is scared and deserves to be talked to like an adult. No lawyer can promise you an outcome. What we can promise is that your case gets fought.