Posted on February 23, 2021 in Arizona News
Whistleblowers with the Arizona Department of Corrections talked to KJZZ about inmates in prison that should be out under a new law for some non-violent drug offenders. According to the whistleblowers, a known software error caused the problem. Employees have repeatedly reported the problem internally for over a year, but prison administrators have failed to…
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Posted on February 10, 2021 in Crime
The right to own a gun is guaranteed under the United States Constitution and its amendments. Arizona recognizes gun rights and has laws to protect gun owners’ rights in Phoenix and throughout the state. However, the right to bear arms under the Second Amendment does not cover illegal activities related to guns and firearms. It…
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Posted on February 9, 2021 in Crime
Thousands of people commit suicide each year in the United States. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death. During 2018, the rate of suicide was more than two and a half times the homicide rate. In most cases, a person commits suicide alone. However, there are cases in which another person could assist…
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Posted on January 31, 2021 in Sex Crimes
The availability of technology for teenagers has given rise to new internet criminal sex acts. Whether it is via Facetime, Skype, text messages, or other forms of electronic communications, minors can find themselves in dangerous situations with other minors or adults. Understanding Arizona’s sexting laws is important for minors and their parents. What is Sexting?…
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Posted on January 19, 2021 in Sex Crimes
The changes to Arizona’s stalking laws in 2016 broadened the definition of stalking. The previous stalking law only applied to the person being stalked and the person’s immediate family members. The new law extends the protection to the person’s property and other individuals in a person’s life. Let’s look at the Arizona stalking statute in…
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Posted on December 1, 2020 in Arizona Law
A common question people ask criminal defense lawyers is whether it is illegal to have sex in a car. As criminal lawyers, we do not make personal or moral judgments regarding questions like these. However, we do give honest, direct answers. It can be difficult to get privacy sometimes. However, if you want to avoid…
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Posted on November 27, 2020 in Criminal Defense
In addition to jail time and possible fines, one of the most painful parts of a misdemeanor conviction is the fact that it stains your “record.” Having even a simple misdemeanor on your criminal record can haunt you for years as you apply for job and housing opportunities. In many states, if a person convicted…
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Posted on November 25, 2020 in Criminal Defense
In various types of court cases, whether it be civil, criminal, or family law, it is sometimes necessary to compel a person to either attend a hearing or trial as a witness or to submit documents relevant to the case. Obviously, this can sometimes prove difficult if the individual in question doesn’t want to do…
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Posted on November 25, 2020 in Criminal Defense
If you have been charged with manslaughter, invoke your right to remain silent. Do not answer questions, give a statement, or talk with anyone about the situation other than a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer. Trying to explain your “side of the story” to the police officers, investigators, or the prosecutor will only make matters worse for…
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Posted on November 17, 2020 in Arizona Law
A status hearing is one of the many steps involved in a criminal case going to trial. In Arizona, the status conference is an opportunity for your criminal defense lawyer and the prosecutor to resolve the case. During the status conference, your lawyer and the prosecutor discuss the charges against you and possible resolutions. For…
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