Introduction to Having Your Criminal Records Sealed in Arizona Starting January 1, 2023, the Arizona legislature enacted a law which allows a person to file a petition to seal all of their case records related to all criminal offenses in...
If you or a loved one are arrested in Arizona, it’s crucial that you understand what to expect as the criminal case goes through the legal system. That way, you can feel more confident and in control during what can be a difficult and...
When a person is unfairly convicted as a result of an error committed by the court, the prosecutor, or even their own lawyer, they have the right to introduce further evidence or raise other problems after their conviction. However, in...
The criminal law in Arizona is a body of statutes defining the nature and consequences of offensive behaviors, actions, and attempts. These statutes are found throughout the Arizona Revised Statutes (Az. Rev. Stat.) but mostly...
What is Misconduct Involving Weapons? The crime of “Misconduct Involving Weapons,” defined in A.R.S. § 13-3102, is a serious crime in Arizona and is usually charged as a felony offense for the illegal possession of a deadly weapon. There...
Let's say you're at someone's door. You knock; they don't answer. You wiggle the knob; it's locked. But, for whatever reason, you want to get inside. So you force the door open with your shoulder and enter the residence. After you're...
Have you been arrested and charged with a crime in Arizona? If so, it is vital that you understand what rights you have. Any criminal conviction will have a substantial impact on your life. Even a misdemeanor conviction could affect your...
Under ARS 13-1802, a person commits theft when they take the property of another with the intent to deprive the owner of that object. This definition may conjure images of someone going into a store, taking merchandise off a shelf, and...
With everyone having an opinion about something, it's possible you'll get into a disagreement with someone about the way a matter should be handled. The interaction may first begin as a simple argument, but the talk may become more...
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender in Arizona Anyone who is convicted of a felony sex offense or attempted sex crime in Arizona is typically required to register as a sex offender in the state’s Sex Offender Database. The purpose of...