June 4, 2021 | Criminal Defense
So, you’ve been contacted by police – perhaps they asked you down to the police station, or maybe they just called you on the phone. Whether you have any idea why they’re contacting you or not, it is essential to talk to an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. In this post, we’ll discuss the investigation… read more
Read MoreJune 2, 2021 | Sex Crimes
Revenge porn refers to disclosing, publishing or showing others intimate photographs or videos of someone else without that person’s consent or authorization. This crime earned the name revenge porn from the common scenario of an ex-lover disclosing sexually explicit images of an ex for revenge. In Arizona, revenge porn is a felony crime. Threatening revenge… read more
Read MoreMay 26, 2021 | Criminal Defense
People often make mistakes or do things they otherwise wouldn’t do when impaired by drugs or alcohol. Intoxication could make someone more likely to start a fight at a bar, for example, and physically assault someone. Voluntary intoxication is generally not a usable defense in a criminal case. Involuntary intoxication, however, could be used as… read more
Read MoreMay 12, 2021 | Criminal Defense
To be convicted of a crime, the prosecutor must prove that the defendant had the mental state to commit the crime. In most cases, proof of intent or recklessness is required to achieve a guilty verdict. Accidentally injuring someone, for example, does not constitute the crime of physical assault in Arizona. It may be possible… read more
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Insanity is a controversial and uncommon defense strategy used in criminal law. This defense asserts that the accused party – the defendant – was legally insane at the time he or she committed a crime and therefore should be found not guilty. Studies show that only about 1% of all felony cases in the US… read more
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