Common Mistakes People Make After Being Accused of a Crime (Even If They’re Innocent)
If you’re accused of a crime that you did not commit, your instinct may be to try and clear up the confusion as quickly as possible by just explaining your side of the story to police. While that may seem like a logical course…
Why Two People Charged with the Same Crime Can Have Very Different Outcome
On paper, the criminal justice system is designed to provide a fair trail for everyone who is accused of a crime in the United States. In practice, however, the justice system does not treat everyone the same, even two people who are charged with…
Common Mistakes People Make When Talking to Police — and How to Protect Yourself Legally
Whether you are at a traffic stop, the police station, or your home, talking to the police can be intimidating. Officers will use that to their advantage and use deceptive (yet legal) tactics to try to get you to incriminate yourself or others. If…
What Happens After an Arrest in Pima County? A Step-by-Step Look at the Criminal Process
If you are arrested in Pima County, you may be uncertain about what comes next and how to navigate the court system. While the law states that everyone is innocent until proven guilty, the criminal process can make you feel as though your only…
Understanding the Laws Surrounding Cannabis Possession and Interstate Travel
While medical and recreational marijuana use has been legalized in Arizona since 2020, marijuana use and possession is still illegal under federal law. It’s important to understand the federal regulations regarding traveling with marijuana or using marijuana in other states, even if you qualify…
A Revealing Look at Arizona’s Indecent Exposure Laws
Indecent exposure is the intentional exposure of your private parts in a public place or when other non-consenting people are present. Arizona law considers this a serious crime, and it can result in jail time, fines and fees, probation, community service, and having to…