January 22, 2021 | Sex Crimes
Rape is now referred to as sexual assault under most states’ laws. The definition of rape in Arizona is to knowingly force or coerce someone into sexual activity without that person’s consent. When sexual assault occurs between friends or acquaintances, it is called date rape. Date rape can also refer to sexual assault committed after… read more
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2021 | Marijuana Defense
Understanding the marijuana laws in your state may have become more difficult with the large number of legislative changes from state to state. Several different bills legalizing or decriminalizing marijuana have been filed and rejected or passed in Arizona alone over the last few years. It is still just as important to understand and obey… read more
Read MoreAugust 20, 2020 | Arizona Revised Statutes,Unlawful Flight
You may not know how to react to a law enforcement officer trying to pull you over. You might have had a bad prior experience with a police officer that makes you afraid to stop or believe you have illegal items in your vehicle that could incriminate you. You may have simply made the wrong… read more
Read MoreAugust 13, 2020 | Vehicular Crimes
If someone commits a crime while behind the wheel of a motor vehicle in Arizona, it is a vehicular crime. Vehicular crimes take many shapes, from vehicular manslaughter to fleeing the scene of a car accident. Committing a vehicular crime could lead to serious penalties, including months to years in jail. If someone accuses you… read more
Read MoreAugust 13, 2020 | Arizona Revised Statutes,Firearms Crimes
Although the Second Amendment enables citizens of the United States basic rights to own firearms, it is state law that largely regulates the sale and purchase of guns across the country. Some states have stricter laws than others as an attempt to curb rising gun violence and death rates. However, many argue that these are… read more
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