In Arizona, any sexual contact with a minor by someone over the age of 18 is considered statutory rape. Minors are not legally allowed to give consent. Which means sexual contact could mean serving time in federal prison and having to pay steep fines, fees,...
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 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...
In Arizona, minors are not permitted to own, carry, shoot, or transport firearms of any kind, except under very specific circumstances. Minors in possession of a deadly weapon can be charged with a felony and could be sentenced to time in a correctional facility. Plus,...
Minors who commit crimes are not exempt from the law. Children between the ages of 8 and 18 will be tried for their crimes in juvenile court. However, the consequences for juvenile convictions are different from those for adults in that they focus strongly on...
Arizona is a zero-tolerance state when it comes to driving under the influence of drugs. Even with a valid prescription, you could still be charged with a DUI. The penalty for a drug-related DUI charge can be time spent in jail, heavy fines, and the...
Failure to appear has serious consequences. If you are ever charged with a crime in Arizona, you will be given a court date for a hearing where your lawyer can plead your case. If you fail to appear for your court date, the judge will...
During a criminal trial, many different people are involved in the action taking place in the courtroom. Each person has a different job to do, and it is important to know and understand their roles if you are involved in a criminal trial. In this...
Whether you stole something of value or were caught with suspicious tools in your possession, in Arizona, any type of burglary is a felony. A guilty verdict could land you up to 35 years in prison, so if you’ve been charged with burglary, you’ll need...
Arizona is home to some incredible landscapes, people, history, and nature. But whether you live in Arizona or you’re just visiting, you’ll have to obey the laws. Most of our state’s laws are reasonable, but we still have a few that are outdated, silly, or...