Whether you call it a scam or a con, fraud is one of the many types of white collar crimes. And scams, cons, or fraud can all have serious consequences. Fraud is intentionally using deception to exploit others for your own personal gain. Essentially, fraud is...
Driving under the influence is not the only type of impaired driving. While operating a vehicle with drugs or alcohol in your system can land you with DUI charges, heightened emotions can also impair your ability to drive. Distracted driving can lead to accidents and...
School is back in session, and for some that means welcoming newcomers into their crowd. Whether it happens in a fraternity, a sports team, a sorority, or a theater group, hazing can have criminal repercussions. Even though hazing might seem like a normal part of joining...
Being convicted of a crime in Arizona can be costly. Depending on your sentence, you might have to pay fees and fines or even make restitution. All of these fines can be difficult to repay, especially if you are facing incarceration or probation. Many people assume...
If you are a witness in a court case, you need to be careful what you say. Violating your oath to tell the truth is a crime in Arizona, and it’s one that the courts take very seriously. It could even send you to prison. Arizona...
September is the first full month of school in Arizona, and with a new school year comes the need to refresh everyone’s memories of the rules. No running in the halls, make sure you have your bathroom pass, keep weapons off the grounds (or at...
The Arizona heat makes owning a pool an excellent idea. But whether you are moving into a house with an old swimming pool or building the pool of your dreams, securing it needs to be a priority. In the state of Arizona, unfenced pools are illegal....
So, Midge at work has been stealing your lunches? Getting tired of making the perfect sandwich creation only to see half of it in the trash? We bet you’ve labeled, written notes, and even tried to hide it behind the expired creamer. While the internet might...
The supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) is probably better known by its old name—”food stamps.” This government assistance provides individuals and families in need with an EBT card that can be used at participating stores to purchase food. However, the similarity between how EBT, credit, and...
Everyone has seen that little tick box on job applications that asks: “Have you ever been convicted of a crime?” For those who have been convicted of a felony (or even a misdemeanor) seeing that question can lead to a sinking feeling. Because of the negative...