Most criminal cases never get to trial. Sometimes a criminal defense lawyer can get all charges dismissed entirely, but more often, a defendant and the prosecutor reach a plea agreement.…
Arizona follows the example of numerous other states in defining the act of resisting a police officer’s attempt to arrest you. This is a distinct criminal offense you could be…
Like many states, Arizona assigns a point value to every moving violation and traffic offense. Anyone who gets more than eight points assessed against their license within a 12-month period…
Getting pulled over is a stressful event for you and your passengers. Your goal when you are stopped by police should be to get through the stop uninjured and not…
A conviction on a traffic offense can lead to harsh consequences. You must plead guilty and pay a fine or spend time and money defending yourself in court. If you…
A commercial driver’s license (CDL) provides a means of earning a comfortable living with a flexible lifestyle. Your CDL could be one of your most valuable assets. Without it, you…
For some people, a traffic ticket is a minor annoyance that is immediately paid and forgotten. Fighting a traffic ticket might seem costly or pointless to some, but seeking legal…
According to Arizona law, leaving a minor unattended in a vehicle is not inherently illegal. This behavior might not automatically result in an arrest, but it could result in a…
False reporting to law enforcement is a serious offense that could lead to steep legal penalties and create a permanent criminal record. From jail time to fines, the consequences of…
It is not uncommon for a person to be arrested on suspicion of having committed a crime and to be released without any formal charges filed against them. If you…