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Posted on July 17, 2017 in Crime,Juvenile Crimes
Using a fake identification card as a teen can seem relatively harmless – especially if “everyone is doing it” – until offenders realize the full implications of this illegal action. Using false identification for any purpose, even for an attempt at underage drinking, is a crime. Young people facing criminal charges for possessing or attempting…
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Posted on July 17, 2017 in Crime
Prison contraband describes items the law does not allow prisoners to have while in detainment. Contraband can be almost anything, from weapons to certain types of food. Almost anything that prisoners could trade, modify, or use to escape may be something corrections professionals deem as contraband. Smuggling contraband to give to a prisoner in Arizona is…
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Posted on July 17, 2017 in Crime,Traffic Violations
School zones have strict rules for a reason. They protect young children and teens – society’s most vulnerable populations. Every year, thousands of students unknowingly put their lives at risk when they walk on sidewalks and crosswalks in Phoenix. It only takes one moment of driver distraction, carelessness, or negligence to cause serious injury or…
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Posted on June 12, 2017 in Crime,Traffic Violations
Traffic Infractions A majority of traffic tickets are simply infractions—that is, minor violations of traffic laws or certain mechanical problems that don’t necessarily pose an immediate danger to others. Examples of infractions include: Tailgating Driving through a stop sign Driving above the posted speed limit A non-functioning light or turn signal An infraction is a…
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Posted on June 12, 2017 in Crime,Drunk Driving
If you plan to travel abroad and you have been arrested and/or convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in the United States, you should be aware that your criminal history can create unexpected problems, beyond what you may have imagined. Every country has its own regulations, which differ widely from country to country, not…
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Posted on June 12, 2017 in Drunk Driving
It’s summertime when friends and neighbors enjoy celebrations, parties, backyard barbecues, and get-togethers of all kinds. And very often, they include alcohol. After all, who doesn’t enjoy a cold beer on a hot day? Unfortunately, amidst the fun, Memorial Day through Labor Day holidays typically see the highest number of traffic fatalities compared to any…
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Posted on May 15, 2017 in Crime,Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a serious problem around the country, especially in Arizona. The state defines domestic violence as a criminal act of abuse that’s committed by any “family or household member.” There are many types of crimes that may be considered domestic violence offenses, as long as there is a qualifying victim. Phoenix domestic violence…
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Posted on May 15, 2017 in Crime,Sex Crimes
The internet has become a mainstay in American households – it’s incredibly convenient, and many of us can’t imagine life without it. Even if you try to limit your children’s internet use, they likely require it for school assignments. Like the real world, the cyber world has a dark side. Unfortunately, it’s increasingly easier for…
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Posted on May 15, 2017 in Crime
Determining Jurisdiction In order for the government to regulate the behavior of its citizens, it must have “jurisdiction.” In most cases, determining jurisdiction is straightforward. For example, if someone commits a crime within a state’s boundaries, it’s the state’s jurisdiction to arrest and prosecute. On the other hand, if a crime occurs on federal property…
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Posted on April 12, 2017 in Crime,Sex Crimes
According to the Symposium on False Allegations of Rape, 2%–8% of rape allegations are provably false. In addition, 44.9% of cases did not proceed, meaning there was insufficient evidence or the incident did not meet the legal standard of assault. Sexual assault is a serious allegation that can land the accused – guilty or not…
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