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...
People serving time in prison for committing a crime may be eligible for parole under certain circumstances. Parole provides inmates an opportunity to finish their sentences outside of prison. However, to stay on parole, they must abide by a specific set of conditions and rules....
If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, you will have to go through the criminal process. Crimes can be charged as misdemeanors or felonies, but either way, you’ll need a good lawyer on your side. An experienced defense lawyer can help you navigate...
What’s the difference between jail and prison? While both describe a place you’d probably prefer not to be, the two types of incarceration are, in fact, very different. Jail vs. Prison in Arizona English is an ever-evolving language, and many people use the words ‘jail’ and ‘prison’...
If you have just been caught with an illicit substance and are being charged with drug possession you might be wondering if you will face any jail time. Nearly all drug possession charges in Arizona are felony charges. However, the amount, type, and intended use of...
A recent bill passed by the State Senate has granted Arizona residents the broadest expungement laws to date. It will enable people who qualify to hide their convictions from the general public, including prospective employers and landlords. Here’s more information about Senate Bill 1294 and...
What is the difference between a Class 1 and Class 6 felony? Or between a felony and a misdemeanor? In this post we explain the differences between each of the felony classes in Arizona, along with the penalties related to each level of crime. Felonies vs....
Every crime in Arizona has a penalty, and usually, the penalties are very specific. For example, the penalty for first degree murder is either life in prison or capital punishment. However, there are some crimes where the penalty may change, increase, or decrease, depending on...
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...
In a previous blog post we discussed the Arizona minimum mandatory sentencing guidelines for felonies, which act as a baseline when judges are determining how to punish a convicted criminal. From there, the judge will look at evidence and facts presented that would either mitigate...