You may have heard of situations where the police arrest someone they stopped, not because they saw the person do something wrong, but because they have a warrant out for…
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…
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…
Arizona Revised Statute § 13-2904 defines disorderly conduct as behavior disruptive to the peace of another individual or a neighborhood. The statute can consider a wide range of behaviors because…
One of the first things a smart and experienced defense attorney will need to determine in order to advise you in your case is how much custody time you are…
Cities and legal systems all over the country have modified their usual operating procedures in light of the pandemic now affecting all 50 states. To prevent the spread of COVID-19,…