Second degree murders in Arizona are an extremely serious offense. If found guilty, defendants face lengthy jail time in state prison. Two men are leaving a bar at the same time on a Friday night. One of them says something to the other, and the other...
There is no doubt that being threatened with physical harm is extremely scary. Sadly, these types of violent crimes do occur each year, including in Arizona. What many people do not realize is that Arizona law allows victims of violent crimes to defend themselves in...
Felonies are the most severe type of crimes, and they carry the toughest penalties. While most people understand that a felony crime conviction includes jail time and fines, they may not realize they can lose certain rights if they plead guilty to a felony. One...
Under Arizona law, it is not illegal for a person to display their firearm when justifiably defending themselves against physical harm, or protecting themselves against attempted unlawful or deadly physical force. A woman from Phoenix stops for gas very late one evening on the way home...
The act of killing another person is a very serious crime with very serious consequences. First degree murder is the highest level of homicide, and it will be punished harshly. If you find yourself facing a charge of first degree murder in Arizona, you will...
In today’s world, people use computers for everything. From business deals to banking transactions to ordering groceries online, computers are a mainstay in our lives. This increased use of computers has sparked a rise in cyber crimes. In Arizona, if you are charged with a...
Even though it is dangerous and illegal, street racing activity is growing nationwide—especially in Arizona. In fact, Arizona ranks second out of all states for drivers with illegal street racing violations. The Phoenix Police Department reports that street racing incidents jumped from 388 in 2019...
Technology is about to change the game when it comes to fighting crime in Mesa, Arizona. Last summer, the city of Mesa announced its plans to install a multi-million dollar, high-tech surveillance hub called the Real-Time Public Safety Operations Center (RTPSOC). In response to President Biden’s...
Driving on a Suspended License (DOSL) in Phoenix is a criminal offense, and it’s one that has potentially serious and lasting consequences. If you drive with a suspended license, you risk having your vehicle impounded and you may face jail time, a fine, and additional...
Arizona has some of the most severe DUI laws in the country. A first-time DUI offense in Arizona is a Class 1 misdemeanor, and can put you behind bars for up to 4 months. For repeat offenders, jail time can increase to multiple years, especially...