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November 15, 2024 | assault & violent crimes
In Arizona, the context of a crime matters. Some offenses are more severe than others, and certain circumstances can lead to harsher penalties. These are called “aggravated” crimes. Aggravated crimes are often treated with more severity. For example, assault can become “aggravated” and is a felony if the defendant’s actions are considered especially severe under… read more
Read MoreNovember 15, 2024 | assault & violent crimes
Arizona law has multiple statutes that make violent behavior punishable as a crime. Here, we will cover how Arizona’s revised statutes make assaulting another person illegal, the remedies available to victims of criminal assault, and the defenses you may have if you are charged with criminal assault in the state. If you have been charged… read more
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2024 | assault & violent crimes
Arizona criminal law adheres to the principle of “let the punishment fit the crime” by categorizing criminal offenses into different levels of severity, including various degrees or “classes” of misdemeanors and felonies. Here, we examine the most severe Arizona felony class: Class 1 Felonies. No matter what kind of crime you may be charged with,… read more
Read MoreOctober 24, 2023 | assault & violent crimes
Statutes of limitations are laws that impose deadlines on the right to file a civil lawsuit or bring criminal charges against an individual in Arizona. If the applicable statute of limitations expires, the city cannot file criminal charges against a suspect for an alleged sexual offense. The statute of limitations for sex crimes in Arizona… read more
Read MoreJuly 19, 2023 | assault & violent crimes
Disorderly conduct, often referred to as disturbing the peace, is a crime in Arizona that may be charged on its own or stacked on top of other charges, such as drug and alcohol crimes. During a disorderly conduct case, the prosecution has the burden of proving that the defendant committed the elements of this offense… read more
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