Being convicted of a DUI can change your life. One major change is having to install an Ignition Interlock Device on your vehicle. These devices check your blood alcohol levels with a breathalyzer test before your vehicle will be able to start. They can be...
In our wide open state, driving is the easiest way to get from point A to point B. And if driving might be your preferred mode of transportation, you need to make sure you have a valid driver’s license. Driving with an expired, revoked, or suspended...
No matter the circumstances, getting arrested can definitely cause some worry. Knowing what happens during the arrest process can help you protect yourself. From processing to arraignment, here’s what you can expect if you ever get arrested. What To Do If You Get Arrested Many people think...
Being charged with a crime can change your life. If you are new to the criminal justice system, it might be confusing when you are charged with a class 3 misdemeanor. What does that even mean? Understanding your charges is the first step in taking an...
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’...
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...
Raging parties, yelling obscenities, and drunken behavior are all activities that land you a disorderly conduct charge. If the retired corrections director of Arizona can be charged with felony disorderly conduct for disturbing the peace with a firearm while drunk, so can you. Read on...
Were you caught damaging someone else’s property? What may have seemed like a harmless prank can have serious consequences. If you’ve been charged with criminal damage in Arizona, it’s important to understand what exactly those charges mean. Let’s take a look at Arizona’s laws about...
For an act to be considered a hate crime, a criminal offense must have taken place. Crimes that were committed out of hatred or bias toward another person’s identity can carry stiffer penalties. Today we’ll lay out some examples of legitimate actions that may be...
Street art (or graffiti) is just an artistic expression, right? Yes and no. You may decorate the side of any building with your art, IF you have express, written permission from the owner. Without permission, graffiti becomes criminal damage in Arizona. Street Art in Phoenix, AZ Buildings...