Posted on October 7, 2025 in Arizona Law
If you’ve been charged with a felony in Phoenix, Arizona, you may be scheduled for a preliminary hearing–one of the earliest and most important steps in the criminal justice process. Understanding what happens at this hearing can help you make informed decisions and protect your rights from the very beginning. Below, we explain what a…
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Posted on August 26, 2025 in Arizona Law
Becoming the victim of a shooting or robbery is traumatic under any circumstances. When it happens in or around your apartment complex, you may wonder whether your landlord should be held responsible. Arizona law does allow tenants to bring lawsuits against landlords in certain situations, but these cases can be complex. Learning about how premises…
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Posted on August 18, 2025 in Arizona Law
Relationships between teenagers and young adults can raise complicated legal questions. In Arizona, the difference of just a few years in age may determine whether a relationship is completely legal or could expose one party to serious criminal charges. If you’re wondering whether a 16-year-old girl can date a 19-year-old boy in Arizona, the answer…
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Posted on August 4, 2025 in Arizona Law,Criminal Defense
Disorderly conduct is a broad criminal charge that covers a range of behaviors considered disruptive, offensive, or potentially dangerous to the public. Sometimes called a “catch-all” offense, it allows law enforcement to respond to disturbances that don’t fall neatly under other criminal statutes. Common examples include fighting, making unreasonable noise, using offensive language likely to…
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Posted on July 24, 2025 in Arizona Law
If you’ve been convicted of a crime and sentenced to jail or prison, you may still have a chance to avoid long-term incarceration. In certain cases, judges have the option to grant shock probation, a type of sentencing relief that allows someone to serve a short period behind bars before being released on probation. The…
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Posted on July 8, 2025 in Arizona Law
Online gambling might seem like a modern convenience, but that doesn’t mean it’s legal everywhere. In fact, online gambling laws vary significantly from state to state across the U.S. Some states allow a wide range of legal online betting options, while others strictly prohibit it. If you’re caught gambling illegally online, you could face serious…
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Posted on November 1, 2024 in Arizona Law
Bullying has been a problem for a long time. Parents and teachers can identify and stop bullying through bullying prevention strategies. However, cyberbullying has added an entirely new facet to this severe problem. An anonymous person can bully someone from behind a computer or other electronic device. Cyberbullying can be extremely harmful because billions of…
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Posted on March 23, 2024 in Arizona Law
Indecent exposure is a criminal offense. It involves intentionally exposing private body parts in public. If you are charged with and convicted of indecent exposure, you could face severe criminal penalties. Aggravating factors could also increase the punishment you receive for a conviction if they are present. How Does Arizona Define Indecent Exposure? Arizona Revised…
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Posted on March 16, 2024 in Arizona Law
The proof you need to obtain a restraining order in Arizona depends on the type of restraining order being issued. In most cases, you must have evidence to convince the judge that the person seeking a restraining order is in danger of harm. The danger or harm can include domestic violence, threats, criminal trespass, stalking,…
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Posted on January 26, 2024 in Arizona Law
Many people are surprised to learn that trespassing is a crime. Criminal trespassing charges in Phoenix, Arizona, can range from relatively minor to severe. A conviction may have serious consequences, especially if it is a felony. If you are charged with trespassing in Phoenix, it’s in your best interest to speak with a criminal defense…
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