Specialty Courts in Tucson
Pima County has several legal systems within it-and even more within each system. Sounds complicated? It can be. Each town or municipality has its own court system to handle misdemeanor offenses. The Town of Oro Valley and Marana Municipal Court for example each have…
What Is the Difference Between Probation and Parole?
Probation and parole may seem similar, but they’re actually very different terms. Their variances can have major impacts on your legal case, as well as your professional and personal life. Read up on the differences between probation and parole, and how Janet Altschuler can…
What Happens If You Violate Probation?
If you have been sentenced to a period of probation, courts in the state of Arizona expect you to follow all the accompanying terms of your sentence. A probation violation will require further legal action, during which you will want to have the expertise…
What to Know About Arizona’s New Law on Sealing Criminal Convictions
If you have been convicted of a crime, you may be worried about the data appearing on your public records. Historically in the state of Arizona, most conviction records could not be sealed and were accessible to the public. However, the court has passed…
What to Do if You’ve Been Wrongfully Accused of Domestic Violence
If you have been wrongfully accused of domestic violence, you may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or frightened. A domestic violence conviction can have a serious impact on your social and professional prospects. However, there are several steps you can take to protect yourself from…
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…