Trespassing is a serious crime in the state of Arizona. Entering or loitering on private properties and public facilities without being an invitee or an agent can get you charged with trespassing and you may face time in jail and a stiff fine. If you are arrested and […]
There are plenty of states that have expungement laws on the books that allow for a previous criminal conviction to be erased from one’s record. Though Arizona does not allow for the 100% expungement and sealing of one’s record following a criminal conviction, the state is taking an important […]
Have you ever been tempted to perform a citizen’s arrest for the greater good of society? This utilitarian action is arguably quite heroic in some instances yet also has the […]
After you have been convicted of a crime in Arizona, the law offers you some options for relief or appeal. Only certain types of cases and issues are appealable, but if yours is, you may be able to challenge your conviction, or your sentence, through an appeal in […]
A lot of people think that police officers engage in unlawful search and seizures all the time. When they come in to meet with their Arizona defense lawyer, they complain that their 4th Amendment rights had been violated. What they don’t realize is that it […]
Though few know it, the mere presence defense is used by defense attorneys quite infrequently. Prosecutors tend to ignore this unique defense strategy, largely because it is rarely used. However, the presence defense has legitimate merit as a legal defense strategy. Let’s take a look at why […]
Post-dating a check is when you write a future date on a check instead of the date you issue the check. Some people use this tactic to keep someone from cashing a check before the date written on it. In some cases, this is because the money isn’t due until […]
Cybercrime is a serious problem in Arizona. In fact, the state ranks first for having the highest monetary losses for cybercrime victims. The average loss for a cybercrime victim is $9,251. In 2017, Arizona experienced a total of $44 million […]
Arizona traffic officers have several ways to determine if a driver might be operating an automobile while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Such initial screenings are rooted in law, physiology and training. As soon as an officer observes a traffic infraction such as a faulty brake […]
