Arizona’s Three Strikes Law: What It Means for Repeat Offenders
A traditional Three Strikes law is a sentence enhancement that mandates a life in prison for repeat offenders. If someone has two previous convictions for a serious or violent felony, they may be sentenced to life in prison rather than a shorter prison sentence…
What Happens During an Arraignment in Arizona?
An arraignment is a formal court hearing that typically occurs within 24 hours of your arrest. Your arraignment is the point where you will hear the formal charges against you and can enter a plea. It’s crucial to have a good criminal defense attorney…
Understanding Pre-Trial Motions and How They May Impact Your Case
When you are a defendant in a criminal case, your criminal defense attorney should carefully explain what you can expect from the court process. If your attorney cannot get the charges against you dismissed and if you don’t accept a plea agreement or enter…
What to Do If You’re Arrested at a Protest
The First Amendment gives you the right to peaceful protest and freedom of speech and assembly. Everyone in the U.S. has this right, even non-citizens. However, even though your right to protest is protected, you may still be at risk of arrest based on…
What to Do if You’re Wrongfully Accused of a Crime
Being wrongfully accused of a crime is a harrowing experience that can upend your life, tarnish your reputation, and jeopardize your freedom. In such distressing times, it's crucial to take deliberate steps to protect yourself and mount a robust defense. Here's a comprehensive guide…
Why Shoplifting Charges Shouldn’t Be Taken Lightly
Shoplifting might seem like a minor infraction, but in Arizona, the legal system treats it with considerable seriousness. Understanding the implications of a shoplifting charge is crucial, as the consequences can be far-reaching and long-lasting. Janet Altschuler explains why getting a shoplifting charge is…