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Future First Criminal Law

Top-Rated Arizona Defense Lawyers Dedicated to DUI & Criminal Law

Top-Rated Arizona Defense Lawyers Dedicated to DUI and Criminal Law

Your Constitutional Rights At Trial

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is bright, hard-working, and well-versed in criminal law. His legal writing is superb, and his commitment to his clients is outstanding. He will fight for you and offer you the best defense possible. Additionally, he is a pleasure to work with. I fully endorse this lawyer.”


J.S.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“I hired Zachary after I found myself charged with a felony. He put me at ease right away and during the whole process he explained each step to where I understood everything and was always available for any questions I had. ”


S.N.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Zachary is a brilliant attorney, I highly recommend his company to resolve any legal/criminal matter satisfactorily. He still continue to work on my case to tie some loose ends. He is intelligent , prompt and a problem solver. I thank him a million times to protect my dignity and reputation.”


D.G.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Divelbiss in the past and know him to be a hard working professional. His attention to detail and care for his clients set him apart from the rest!”


Joshua Black, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is a hard worker and will advocate for his clients with an attention to detail that you don’t see very often these days.”


Brandon White, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is bright, hard-working, and well-versed in criminal law. His legal writing is superb, and his commitment to his clients is outstanding. He will fight for you and offer you the best defense possible. Additionally, he is a pleasure to work with. I fully endorse this lawyer.”


Josephine Hallam, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Mr. Divelbiss and I worked in the same office, although we were at different law firms. He was eager to learn and developed a reputation for honesty and zealous advocacy.”


Kristopher Califano, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Mr. Divelbiss is a GREAT attorney, very honest and reliable. He takes his times with every client and answers all questions and concerns. Is been a pleasure working with Mr. Divelbiss and he serves his clients very well!”


Allen Hsu, Attorney

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YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AT TRIAL

 

The Fifth and Sixth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution establish the fundamental rights of a criminal defendant before and during trial. The purpose of these rights is to ensure that all citizens are treated fairly and to protect defendants from overreaching by the government or abuse at the hands of an overzealous prosecutor. If you are facing trial on criminal charges, you are guaranteed these rights:

 

1. Right to a “speedy” trial

The Constitution does not define “speedy,” but state law typically does by setting deadlines (e.g., 175 days) for bringing a person to trial following arrest. Too long of a delay between your arrest and your trial can negatively impact your ability to defend yourself because, as time passes, evidence grows stale, witnesses’ memories fade and some witnesses may be lost to the defense entirely.

 

2. Right to a “public” trial

A trial that is open to the public – including the media – is more likely to be fair and to respect your constitutional rights than one that is conducted in secret, behind closed doors. Transparency fosters justice.

 

3. Right to an impartial jury

The Sixth Amendment guarantees your right to a trial by an impartial jury if you are charged with a crime that carries a penalty of more than 6 months in jail. Your trial will begin with the selection of the jury. A pool of prospective jurors will be summoned to the courthouse. Your defense lawyer and the prosecutor will question prospective jurors with the goal of weeding out those individuals with entrenched biases, so that the resulting jury for your case is made up of individuals who will listen to the evidence with an open mind and render an impartial verdict.

 

4. Right to know the charges against you

You have the right know the nature of the charges against you, with enough specificity so that you can defend yourself against the charges and against the possibility of a future prosecution on the same charges.

 

5. Right to confront witnesses and subpoena witnesses in your favor

The “confrontation clause” of the Sixth Amendment is your right to know the witnesses against you and to challenge their testimony on cross-examination. Conversely, you also have the power to subpoena (compel by force of law) witnesses to come to court and testify in your favor.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is a hard worker and will advocate for his clients with an attention to detail that you don’t see very often these days.”


Brandon White, Attorney

Experienced Phoenix DUI Lawyer

Our mission is to help keep good people out of jail by balancing the criminal justice playing field so each one of our clients has a fighting chance to achieve realistic outcomes for their individual legal situations.

6. Right to be represented by counsel

You have the right to have a competent criminal defense lawyer represent you at trial and help you defend yourself against the charges. This right is so fundamental that if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you.

 

7. Right to remain silent

The Fifth Amendment states that a defendant cannot be “compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself.” This means that you cannot be forced to testify at your trial. You have the absolute right to remain silent. Moreover, your silence cannot be used against you as evidence of your guilt. You are presumed innocent unless and until the prosecution proves your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is a hard worker and will advocate for his clients with an attention to detail that you don’t see very often these days.”


Brandon White, Attorney

Experienced Phoenix DUI Lawyer

Our mission is to help keep good people out of jail by balancing the criminal justice playing field so each one of our clients has a fighting chance to achieve realistic outcomes for their individual legal situations.

KNOWLEDGEABLE PHOENIX DUI LAWYER

 

We help keep GOOD people out of jail — Future First Criminal Law is your top choice for competitive criminal defense and DUI law firms. Our practice is limited to a small number of criminal defense clients to best devote all of our time and attention to EVERY client’s needs. We understand that your future is at risk and our team will work diligently to develop an unwavering defense in court.

 

  • Clients Are Our #1 Focus
  • We only serve the “Phoenix Area” because we do not go outside of Maricopa County
  • Dedicated To Criminal Defense
  • We Educate & Advocate
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Have you been involved in DUI? Contact an lawyer today to protect your rights and freedoms. They can help you gain an understanding of the criminal defense legal process and learn about the options available to you. Create a thorough defense strategy to give you your best chances — Schedule a free consultation.

 

 

Find The Right Phoenix DUI Lawyer For Your Case

If you need a DUI lawyer in Arizona, Look for an experienced criminal defense law firm that can dedicate all of their time and resources to helping clients with criminal charges. Find a knowledgeable DUI lawyer who is willing to educate and advocate through every step of the legal process. Future First Criminal Law will get to know your case and develop a strategy that will work best for you. Request a free consultation today.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

Allen Hsu, Attorney

“Mr. Divelbiss is a GREAT attorney, very honest and reliable. He takes his times with every client and answers all questions and concerns. It has been a pleasure working with Mr. Divelbiss and he serves his clients very well!”

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54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is bright, hard-working, and well-versed in criminal law. His legal writing is superb, and his commitment to his clients is outstanding. He will fight for you and offer you the best defense possible. Additionally, he is a pleasure to work with. I fully endorse this lawyer.”


J.S.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“I hired Zachary after I found myself charged with a felony. He put me at ease right away and during the whole process he explained each step to where I understood everything and was always available for any questions I had. ”


S.N.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Zachary is a brilliant attorney, I highly recommend his company to resolve any legal/criminal matter satisfactorily. He still continue to work on my case to tie some loose ends. He is intelligent , prompt and a problem solver. I thank him a million times to protect my dignity and reputation.”


D.G.

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Divelbiss in the past and know him to be a hard working professional. His attention to detail and care for his clients set him apart from the rest!”


Joshua Black, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is a hard worker and will advocate for his clients with an attention to detail that you don’t see very often these days.”


Brandon White, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Attorney Divelbiss is bright, hard-working, and well-versed in criminal law. His legal writing is superb, and his commitment to his clients is outstanding. He will fight for you and offer you the best defense possible. Additionally, he is a pleasure to work with. I fully endorse this lawyer.”


Josephine Hallam, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Mr. Divelbiss and I worked in the same office, although we were at different law firms. He was eager to learn and developed a reputation for honesty and zealous advocacy.”


Kristopher Califano, Attorney

54+ Five-Star Google Reviews

“Mr. Divelbiss is a GREAT attorney, very honest and reliable. He takes his times with every client and answers all questions and concerns. Is been a pleasure working with Mr. Divelbiss and he serves his clients very well!”


Allen Hsu, Attorney