Many of us use social media to stay in touch with friends and family. In most cases, you may not even think twice about what you are posting. However, if you are facing criminal charges, your social media posts can have a big impact on your case. It’s important to be aware of this and …
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If you are charged with a crime, you are likely overwhelmed and wondering what to expect. There are many steps in the Arizona criminal trial process and one of the earliest proceedings is the arraignment. This is when the judge will officially inform you of the charges you are facing and ask you to enter …
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Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious crime and if you are convicted, you will face severe penalties. In addition to the initial consequences, there are also long-term issues that come with having a DUI on your record. Hiring a criminal defense attorney can help you achieve the best possible outcome. Your lawyer will …
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Helping someone else commit a crime can lead to criminal charges for you. This is known as accomplice liability. In Arizona, the court will charge you for the same crime whether you were the main perpetrator (the principal) or an accomplice. It’s important to understand the definitions and statutes related to accomplice liability and to …
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The decision of how to plead at your arraignment is one of the most important decisions you will make after being charged with a crime. You generally have three options: not guilty, guilty, or no contest. Of these, a no-contest plea, some called nolo contendere, is typically the one that raises the most questions. In …
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Arizona has adopted specific laws that help delineate the difference between self-defense and assault. These laws are designed to protect citizens if they are forced to defend themselves from a physical attack or imminent danger and to detail when physical force is not justifiable. Under Arizona’s “stand your ground” law, you have no duty to …
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If law enforcement stops you for driving under the influence (DUI), they will request a chemical test to determine your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Under Arizona’s implied consent law, there are penalties for refusing this test. It’s important to understand this law so you know the consequences for not submitting to a breathalyzer or other …
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Arizona is one of the toughest states in the nation when it comes to driving under the influence (DUI) penalties. If the court convicts you, you will face mandatory jail time as well as steep fines, license suspension, and installation of an ignition interlock device (IID). A DUI conviction will have a long-lasting impact on …
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Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious crime and comes with severe penalties. These charges apply to a variety of different vehicles beyond cars. That being said, it is not possible to get a DUI on a bike in Arizona. There is some confusion about this because other states do have laws against bicycling …
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Getting stopped by the police can be scary. If you are pulled over, it’s important to remain calm and follow all instructions from the law enforcement officer. However, you should also know your rights and understand when a stop is legal. Although you should never resist an arrest or search, you should reach out to …
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