We have all been behind the wheel and witnessed another driver doing something completely outrageous. Sometimes it may even seem like they’re deliberately trying to provoke you. But how you react to their behavior could have consequences. Keeping your cool could mean the difference between...
There are two ways that courts in Arizona interpret the law. Statutory law follows the letter of the law, while common law is based on previous rulings. In fact, an understanding of common law frequently helps defense attorneys build a stronger case. The term “common law”...
Arizona has strict laws about trafficking in weapons, ammunition, and illicit drugs. Human trafficking has serious penalties as well. In fact, the penalties for trafficking crimes all carry prison sentences. All of the crimes associated with trafficking in drugs, weapons, or humans are felonies. Being convicted...
How does parole work in Arizona? Arizona does offer parole - it’s an opportunity for people who are incarcerated to spend less time in prison. This program is intended to give those who have been charged with a crime the chance to prove that they...
The Old Wives’ Tale—that hot weather makes people irritable and more likely to commit a crime—may just have some validity. In 2014, the U.S. Department of Justice gathered nationwide research and published a report in which they tracked seasonal criminal victimization trends for various violent...
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...
Driving while drowsy is a surefire way to wind up in an accident. It is the cause of over 90,000 accidents, nearly 700 fatalities, and countless injuries every year in the United States. If you cause a death, an injury, or property damage because of...
There are three different types of criminal courts in Arizona: limited jurisdiction, general jurisdiction, and appellate jurisdiction. These three courts help to keep things moving and organized in Arizona’s justice system. A limited jurisdiction court is the first level of criminal court, and it handles different...
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...
Making a video or audio recording of a conversation in Arizona can be illegal, especially if you have plans to publish, post, or distribute the conversation in any way. Even though Arizona is a one-party consent state, there are still rules about certain types of...