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I’m Gordon Thompson, a Chandler DUI lawyer, and I know an arrest can feel like your life just stopped being yours.
One minute you’re driving home, the next you’re facing a stack of unknowns: Will I lose my license? Will I lose my job? Will I have to go to jail? Those questions are normal, and you deserve straight answers, not legal jargon. That’s what I try to give every client who calls me.
Here’s what a Chandler DUI charge can put at risk:
- Your ability to drive to work, school, or your kids’ activities
- Your job, if court dates and counseling sessions start piling up
- Your freedom, if jail time is on the table
- Your daily routine, if you’re ordered to install an ignition interlock device for months or years
I’ve been defending DUI clients since 1979, and I’ve helped over 6,000 people get their lives back on track.
When you hire me, here’s what I go to work on immediately:
- I move fast to try to prevent an immediate suspension of your driver’s license
- I work to limit how many times you have to show up for court and counseling
- I bring 47 years of courtroom experience to fight for the best outcome I can get you: a dismissal, a reduced charge, or a not-guilty verdict at trial
- And if a conviction can’t be avoided, I work to soften the long-term consequences that come with it.
As your Chandler DUI lawyer, I try to see your case the way you see it
No two DUI arrests hit people the same way. A commercial driver facing a CDL suspension has different worries than a parent worried about missing their kid’s school events. My job is to figure out what matters most in your life and build a defense strategy that protects it, including how a case can affect you and your family.
I built my practice around one question: What would I want if I were the client?
If I were sitting where you are right now, I’d want a lawyer who keeps me in the loop at every step, catches problems before they blindside me, and tells me exactly what I need to do next. That’s the standard I hold myself to on every single case. Personalized attention isn’t something I delegate. It’s on me.
How I make working with a Chandler DUI lawyer easier on you
- Encrypted, HIPAA-level secure email for every report and update I send you
- Text message reminders so you never miss a court date or deadline
- Secure online access to your dash-cam or body-cam footage, whenever you want to review it
- One-click video conferencing, so you can talk to me without taking time off work
My fee agreement is all-inclusive: one flat fee, no hidden costs, no surprise trial fees, and affordable payment plans if you need one.
A better outcome than you think may be possible.
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Chandler DUI Questions I Hear All the Time
What happens to my driver’s license after a DUI arrest in Chandler, AZ?
In Arizona, a DUI arrest can trigger an automatic license suspension through the MVD separate from your criminal case, and you typically only have 30 days from your arrest to request a hearing to fight it. Missing that window usually means an automatic suspension. As your Chandler DUI lawyer, one of the first things I do is check whether that deadline is still open and, if it is, act immediately to try to protect your driving privileges while your case moves forward.
How much does a Chandler DUI lawyer cost, and can I pay over time?
I work on an all-inclusive flat fee, so there are no hidden costs and no extra charge if your case goes to trial. I also offer affordable payment plans for clients who need to spread out the cost. I believe you shouldn’t have to choose between a strong defense and what you can actually afford, so we talk through fees openly during your free consultation.
Will I have to install an ignition interlock device after a Chandler DUI?
If you’re convicted of DUI in Arizona, you’ll generally be required to install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle you drive, often for a period of months to years depending on the charge. It’s one of the more disruptive parts of a conviction because it affects your day-to-day life long after the case closes. That’s exactly why I focus so much energy on trying to avoid a conviction altogether or negotiate terms that reduce how long you’re required to have one.
Is a first-time DUI in Chandler treated differently than a repeat or aggravated DUI?
Yes. A first-time DUI is typically charged as a misdemeanor, while a second offense within a set time period, or an aggravated DUI involving factors like a suspended license or a minor in the vehicle, can be charged as a felony with mandatory jail time. Because the stakes rise so sharply with prior offenses or aggravating factors, I look closely at your record and the specific facts of your stop early on, since that shapes the entire defense strategy.
Where will my Chandler DUI case be heard, and does that matter?
Most misdemeanor DUI cases arising from an arrest within Chandler city limits are handled in Chandler Municipal Court, though some cases may fall under Maricopa County jurisdiction depending on where the stop occurred and the severity of the charge. Knowing which court you’re in matters because procedures, plea practices, and scheduling can vary. I handle cases in both, so I map out exactly what to expect for your specific court before your first appearance.
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