“Sexual misconduct” is an umbrella term for several different types of crimes that revolve around unwelcome or illegal sexual behavior. Some types of sexual misconduct can even be felony offenses. A conviction could mean significant time behind bars, as well as mandatory registration as a...
Taking someone else’s property is a crime, and it’s one that carries serious consequences. In Arizona, thefts can be either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the value of the property. If that amount is over $1,000, it’s a felony, and sentencing could include...
You might have heard about the substitute teacher who assaulted a fifth grader in Buckeye. The child is well, with no lasting injuries, and the teacher was arrested shortly after the incident. But because they assaulted a minor, the teacher is facing charges of aggravated...
If you get arrested in Arizona, it is important to understand how to act. The things you say and do during an arrest can have a major impact on your case. The police will do their best to incriminate you, so you’ll have to be...
Parole is not very common in Arizona. In many cases, it is not even an option. A lot of families assume that parole will eventually be an option, only to find out years later that it never was. Time served does not control the process. Behavior...
In Arizona, there is the possibility of serving a probation sentence instead of serving time in jail or prison. However, don’t make the mistake of thinking that probation is easy. Unless you follow all of the rules, you could end up behind bars after all. We...
Dangerous crimes are felonies that involve deadly weapons, dangerous instruments, or deadly actions. Crimes against children also fall into this category. Because dangerous crimes are considered more extreme, they have even harsher consequences than regular felony convictions. We explain how the state of Arizona defines...
Is traveling on your list of new year resolutions? Missing family members who live far away? If you are on probation or parole, you might be wondering if you can travel. Unfortunately, travel may be complicated. If you meet all the right criteria, then the...
Thinking about making a fake ID or forging a birth certificate? Don’t do it. Although it might seem harmless, tampering with public records is a serious crime. When you fake, alter, destroy, or withhold public records, you could be playing with your future. Tampering with...
Domestic violence can be any type of violent or threatening behavior that is committed against another member of the same family or household. Because domestic violence is an aggravating factor, these crimes have very serious consequences. A crime that might normally be a misdemeanor could...