August 12, 2020 | Criminal Defense
A criminal conviction gives a person a criminal record if that person is convicted of the crime. In order to be convicted of a crime, a person needs to plead guilty or no contest, or to be found guilty at trial. Therefore, if the case is dismissed or a person is not guilty, they will… read more
Read MoreJuly 24, 2020 | Arizona Revised Statutes,Firearms Crimes
The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution gives you the right to bear arms. As a resident of Arizona, you have the right to purchase, possess and openly carry a gun. Any law-abiding citizen over the age of 21 can carry a firearm openly or concealed without needing to obtain a license. You must,… read more
Read MoreJuly 17, 2020 | Arizona Revised Statutes,Firearms Crimes
Firearms are a significant cause of injuries and deaths in Phoenix, Arizona. The firearm mortality rate in Arizona in 2018 was 15.3 deaths per 100,000 population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Almost 1,150 people in Arizona lost their lives due to firearm incidents in 2018. State lawmakers attempt to reduce the… read more
Read MoreJuly 7, 2020 | Defense Strategies
If a person becomes aware of an outstanding warrant for their arrest for a missed court date or any other reasons, it is important to take action immediately. If you turn up to Court with an outstanding warrant, you can immediately be arrested and taken into custody. The judge has the discretion to take a… read more
Read MoreJuly 3, 2020 | Arizona Revised Statutes,Firearms Crimes
With 4th of July celebrations may come another source of noise in Arizona: gunshots. Some people take advantage of the sound of fireworks on Independence Day to try to mask the sound of an unlawful firearm discharge. Others are unaware of the laws against unlawful discharge and shoot guns to celebrate the holiday. If you… read more
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