This past December, the United States Department of Justice awarded approximately $380,000 to the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission in support of its Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program. The Project Safe Neighborhoods grant helps support the state's efforts to address violent crimes—including gun violence—in communities throughout...
In legal terms, intent is the mental objective behind an action. Criminal intent is often the basis of establishing guilt in a case and can be broken up into four categories: acting knowingly, purposely, recklessly, and negligently. The type of action taken determines your level...
Many people are familiar with the concept of warrants from movies and crime dramas, but few understand how warrants actually work. You’ve probably heard phrases like “come back with a search warrant” or “I have a warrant for your arrest,” but what exactly is a...
As we roll into 2024, so does Arizona’s rise in hate crimes. And when these types of crimes are publicized, they bring up debates and questions about what this charge means. What qualifies as a hate crime? When does the First Amendment apply? In this...
It may be the world’s oldest profession, but in Arizona, prostitution is illegal. Understanding the laws surrounding sex work is important because there are very fine differences between escort services and prostitution. If you have been arrested for sex work or charged with prostitution, you...
Facing drug charges in Arizona can be very scary. Many drug crimes in Arizona carry felony penalties, as well as hefty fines and mandatory jail time. Not to mention the effects that criminal charges can have on your ability to find a job, housing, or...
In the state of Arizona, people working with children, the elderly, and other vulnerable groups need to obtain a fingerprint clearance card before they can be offered employment. They must also keep their clearance card in good standing throughout the length of their employment. However, a...
Arizona Probation Violation Lawyer Judges in the US Criminal Justice System have a number of options when it comes to punishing crime. Probation is one of those options. Instead of jail time, if a defendant is not seen as a threat to society, a judge might...
Thanks to the signed extradition of Lori Vallow, the news is rife with talk about conspiracy to commit murder charges. But what exactly does this law mean, and what counts as conspiracy? Can you get in trouble for simply talking about murder? This quick overview...
The abuse of an elderly person is a serious crime in Arizona, and it carries felony charges. The punishment for elder abuse can range from 6 months to 25 years in prison, as well as fines, fees, and restitution. Elder abuse is defined as the abuse...