Illegal drugs are classified into several categories under Arizona law, and the category with the most severe consequences covers narcotics. A narcotic could be the natural or synthetic form of any one of 103 different types of drugs, but the most common narcotics charges involve...
There are many different types of drug charges in Arizona, ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. But there are a few situations where a judge can impose extremely harsh punishments. Some circumstances can bump a crime up into a higher class of felony, which means longer...
There are some situations where you might find yourself curious about Arizona arson laws. Maybe you’re planning a giant bonfire. Or maybe you accidentally flicked a lit cigarette and caught property on fire. Perhaps a fireworks display got out of hand and your neighbor’s shed...
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....
In 2022, an Arizona law enforcement officer was convicted of computer tampering. He had used his credentials to access the records databases of the department and state for personal use. This type of police misconduct was remedied with the resignation of the officer, and computer...
Unfortunately, wildfires in Arizona are so common that we have a “fire season.” Our state’s dry climate makes it easy for fires to spread, leaving devastation in their wake. While some fires are naturally occurring, most of them are caused by reckless burning or arson. No...
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...
Each day we’re faced with making hundreds to thousands of decisions: from what color of socks we’ll wear, to the type of toothpaste we’ll use, to what time we’ll leave for work. We may not consciously think about these smaller decisions, but they’re still choices...
Arizona is home to not just beautiful landscapes, but also to a large number of programs that help those who have been charged with crimes and are looking for a second chance. The Felony Diversion Program looks to set people on an educational and counseling...
Because of the 370-mile border we share with Mexico, drug trafficking in Arizona is not uncommon. In 2018, the United States Sentencing Commission reported Arizona as one of the top five areas for drug trafficking offenders in the country, followed by other border regions in...