The Fourth of July falls on a Wednesday this year, and drivers in the state of Arizona need to make sure they are not drinking and driving on this holiday.

There will be various DUI checkpoints set up throughout the state in order to prevent drunk driving accidents. Last year, 523 DUI arrests were made in Arizona during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

It is important for individuals to name a designated driver before enjoying the festivities associated with this holiday. Drunk driving arrests in Arizona can result in jail time and serious fines, if convicted.

If you have been charged with drunk driving in Arizona, please contact the drunk driving lawyers of Thompson & Volquardsen, P.C., by calling 602-510-9999 today.