There is often a fundamental misunderstanding of the difference between an arrest and a conviction. An arrest is not a conviction and does not always mean the person is guilty of anything; anyone can be wrongfully arrested. This blog will describe the difference between an arrest vs a conviction, as well as inform you of …
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A consequence of being convicted of a sex crime is the requirement to register on the state’s sex offender registry. Becoming a registered sex offender affects nearly every aspect of a person’s life, from where they can live to what jobs they can secure and which educational opportunities they can pursue. Here is what you …
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A polygraph, more commonly known as a lie detector, is a test used in criminal investigations that measures physiological responses in a subject’s body as they answer a series of questions. Despite what crime shows may lead viewers to believe, administering a lie detector test is not all that common. This is because only 18 …
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Getting pulled over by the police can be scary, but not pulling over when you are supposed to can be even worse. It can result in a series of class 2 misdemeanors, which can come with jail time and fines. Understanding the law, knowing what to do when you are pulled over, and being aware …
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Facing charges for any crime is an overwhelming experience. If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, you’re likely worried not only about legal penalties, but also about your reputation with friends, family, and even your employer. There are many reasons a person may make false allegations of domestic violence, including revenge or to …
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If you are stopped under suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), you may be asked to perform field sobriety tests, also known as FSTs. These are intended to determine whether or not you are impaired, but there is debate about their accuracy. In addition, some medical conditions and affect performance on DUI field sobriety …
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Recreational marijuana use became legal in Arizona after the passage of Proposition 207 in November of 2020. However, driving under the influence of marijuana is still illegal, and drivers face harsh penalties if they are convicted of this crime. It’s important to understand how police determine marijuana impairment during driving under the influence (DUI) arrests …
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Most people are familiar with the concept of Miranda rights. This is when a law enforcement officer informs someone of their constitutional rights regarding police questioning. This is a necessary step before any interrogation, per the Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona. However, there are some misconceptions about when exactly an officer is required to …
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If you are convicted of a crime in the State of Arizona, the judge will set your penalty depending on a variety of factors. Judges must follow sentencing guidelines while doing this. Understanding these guidelines is beneficial if you are currently facing criminal charges. That being said, each case is unique and it’s important to …
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The vast majority of people in the United States have never lived in a time without laws against driving under the influence (DUI). Drunk or drugged driving is illegal throughout the country and has harsh penalties, especially in Arizona. However, these laws have not always existed and instead have developed over time. There have been …
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