Understanding the Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine
The presentation of applicable evidence is an essential component to any criminal trial in Tucson, Arizona. To be admissible in court, however, that evidence must have been obtained legally. If not, the evidence in question may be subject to the exclusionary rule and the…
Statutes of Limitations for Criminal Charges in AZ
A statute of limitations refers to the amount of time in which a criminal charge can be brought before the court. If charges are not filed before this time limit runs out, the defendant’s attorney can motion to have the case dismissed. Statutes of…
Understanding Violent Crime Charges in Arizona
Being charged with a violent crime in Arizona is a serious allegation. If you are accused of a violent crime, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side from the very start of your case. These kinds of charges almost always carry…
FAQs About Lie Detector Tests in Criminal Cases
Chances are that you have seen movies or TV dramas in which an accused person takes a lie detector test and is exonerated of a crime or arrested on the spot. In real life, things aren’t quite so simple. Lie detector tests—or polygraph tests—are…
What Are Some Potential Defenses Against Domestic Violence Charges?
Although most people picture domestic violence as an incident between romantic partners, any time there is an altercation involving people who are related who reside in the same home, these charges can be filed. Domestic violence charges are especially serious, because standard policy is…
Should You Refuse a Field Sobriety Test in Arizona?
No matter the circumstances, being stopped for suspicion of DUI is unnerving. Even if you don’t believe you are impaired, the prospect of taking a field sobriety test is daunting. What are your rights in this situation? Should you take a field sobriety test,…