Being arrested for domestic violence is stressful, frightening, and potentially life-changing. Arizona law takes these cases very seriously, and even a misdemeanor conviction can have long-lasting consequences. Whether the allegations are true or not, the steps you...
If you are pulled over for a suspected DUI in Arizona, the officer may ask you to step out of your car and perform a series of “tests”—walking heel-to-toe, balancing on one leg, or following a pen with your eyes. These are called field sobriety tests (FSTs). You...
Being pulled over or arrested for DUI in Arizona is a frightening experience. Arizona has some of the toughest DUI laws in the nation, and a single mistake can lead to jail time, license suspension, and a permanent criminal record. Knowing how to protect your rights...
Domestic violence charges in Arizona are serious and can have life-changing consequences. One of the first questions most people ask is whether domestic violence is considered a felony or a misdemeanor. The answer is not simple because “domestic violence” in Arizona...
Defense Against Conspiracy Charges in Arizona Defending Against Broad and Often Misused Allegations A conspiracy charge is one of the most powerful tools prosecutors have in Arizona’s criminal justice system. Because of how broadly the law defines conspiracy, it’s...
Protective Orders and Injunctions Against Harassment can be helpful tools for people who have valid cause to feel unsafe around someone or threatened by them. They help to establish legal boundaries to protect someone from a potentially harmful situation and give them...
Updated on: September 15, 2025 Mail Fraud and Wire Fraud Charges in Arizona Mail fraud and wire fraud are two of the most common federal charges. Prosecutors use them as broad tools to bring cases into federal court, even when the allegations could otherwise be...
Arizona has made major changes in recent years regarding how criminal records can be sealed from public view. If you’ve ever been arrested or convicted of a crime in Arizona—even if the charges were later dismissed—you may now be eligible to have those records sealed....
A felony conviction can have consequences that cascade throughout a person’s life. The best way to avoid these consequences is to avoid being convicted of a felony. This isn’t always possible. If you’ve already been convicted of a felony, here’s what you need to know...
People who use psychedelic or “party” drugs often regard them as no big deal. Federal law and Arizona state law dramatically disagree. A conviction for the possession of MDMA can have very serious consequences that will negatively impact the life of an individual for...