July 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
Read MoreJune 19, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Recently, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey granted local governments the power to implement their own regulations regarding wearing face coverings. While some municipalities have chosen not to enact measures to require face coverings, many have done so or are expected to in the very near future. Most of the cities that have enacted regulations require every… read more
Read MoreJune 2, 2020 | News
For obvious reasons, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey declared a state of emergency on May 31, 2020 which includes a statewide curfew. Whether you agree or disagree with this action by the Governor, it is now law, so it is important to know the facts. Here are some things that you should know. The curfew is… read more
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