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Arizona Drug Possession Law
Arizona law is clear: you cannot knowingly possess or use illegal drugs. If you are discovered under the influence, or with drugs on or near you, it’s likely you’ll be charged with felony drug possession. The state’s drug laws are very...
Arizona Domestic Violence Law
Dealing with actual or alleged domestic violence is a difficult and emotional experience that is surrounded by many negative implications. If you have been charged with domestic violence, you must take the steps necessary to clear your...
Overview Of Domestic Violence Law In Arizona
Domestic violence is a serious offense designation in Arizona that has long-term and severe penalties. The statute that defines domestic violence is ARS 13-3601 , with its violation being tried as a felony or misdemeanor. Arizona...
Can I Still Be Charged With Burglary If I Didn’t Commit a Theft Crime in Arizona?
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...
Your Constitutional Rights When You’ve Been Charged with a Crime in Arizona
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...
Consequences of a DUI Conviction in Arizona
While most people know the dangers of driving under the influence, it remains a significant problem. More than 10,000 people are killed in traffic crashes involving drunk drivers, and an estimated 1.4 million people are arrested in a...
Can I Own a Gun If I’m Charged with Domestic Violence in Arizona?
In Arizona, you could be charged with domestic violence if you commit an offense against a family or household member. Such individuals include: Your current or ex-spouse Someone you currently or formerly lived with Someone you...
How You Can Still Be Charged with a Theft Crime Even If You Paid for the Item in Arizona?
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...
Is Fighting a Crime in Arizona?
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...
What Happens If a Sex Offender Fails to Register in Arizona?
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...