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The Lawyers at Cates, Hanson, Sargeant & Rakestraw Will Fight for You

Countless people each year are arrested on I-8 at the immigration checkpoint, on I-40 and other Arizona roads. They face potentially serious consequences — including long prison sentences — for crimes ranging from drunk driving to drug trafficking.

At Cates, Hanson, Sargeant & Rakestraw, in Phoenix, we are a team of experienced criminal defense attorneys that fights for people facing criminal charges in federal and Arizona state courts. We always strive for the best possible results — doing everything possible within the bounds of the law to protect your rights and your freedom.

If you or a loved one are in legal trouble, call a lawyer now. No matter what time of the day or night, no matter what day of the year, the attorneys at Cates, Hanson, Sargeant & Rakestraw are ready to fight for you.

24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Call attorney Dwane Cates' cell phone at 480-620-8568.

From drug arrests at immigration checkpoints, to DUI charges, we have what it takes to help you succeed. We can bring in highly-regarded experts to strengthen our cases. We make sure that illegally-gotten evidence is suppressed. And that you get the best possible results.

Don't Just Search the Internet — Talk With a Lawyer

Our Web site provides useful information about Arizona criminal defense. While searching the Internet is a good first step, your next step should be calling us. The criminal defense lawyers at Cates, Hanson, Sargeant & Rakestraw offer free initial consultations. And we can give you advice that can be used right away to keep you out of jail.

Contact Cates, Hanson, Sargeant & Rakestraw by calling our lawyers at 480-620-8568 or toll free during business hours at 877-229-9508 Consultations are free and confidential.

Recent Results
  • Charged with Possession
    Charged with possession of 12 pounds of marijuana for sale with two prior felony convictions, facing 9.5 years of mandatory prison time, plead to probation, no jail. (Maricopa County Superior Court Phoenix)
  • Won at Trial
    Charged with DUI Drugs, Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Plead to Reckless Driving with all other charges dismissed (Wellton Justice Court)
  • Reduced Significantly
    Charged with conspiracy to possess of over 100 pounds of marijuana, not guilty verdict after a full jury trial(Phoenix)
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The serious consequences that can result from drug charges require immediate intervention from a criminal defense attorney who knows how to protect your rights and negotiate the best possible result according to the facts and applicable law.

Contact

Cates, Hanson, Sargeant, & Rakestraw, P.L.C.
1747 E. Morten Avenue, Suite 205
Phoenix, AZ 85020

P 602-296-3434
  877-229-9508 (toll-free)
F 480-905-3166