Your Guide to the Arizona Court System
While court systems across the United States are generally structured in a similar way, each state and municipality can have its own set of unique regulations. When it comes to the court system, understanding how it works, who can pass down sentences, and how…
What Happens If You Accidentally Commit a Crime in Arizona
While many crimes are committed with intention, it is quite possible to accidentally commit a crime. In these situations, it is essential to understand how Arizona law works to best protect yourself from unwarranted repercussions. As a criminal defense attorney with over 20 years…
You’ve Been Arrested for A DUI in Arizona, What’s Next?
Being arrested for DUI, or driving under the influence, can have serious consequences that affect every aspect of your life. As soon as you’re charged with DUI in Arizona, you should call an experienced criminal defense attorney to fight for your rights. A DUI…
A Guide to Defending Yourself Against False Accusations
Everyone, at some point in their life, has had to contend with someone saying something about them that isn’t true. Sometimes false accusations can be extreme and even rise to the level of libel or slander. If you’re already in the middle of a…
Pros and Cons of Pleading Guilty vs. Not Guilty
If an individual is being charged with a crime in Arizona, there are two primary options available to them: They can plead guilty or not guilty. If they choose the latter, they will often have to go to trial to make a case for…
Are Lie Detector Results Admissible in Arizona Courts?
There are numerous legal and cop-themed shows on television, and many of their plots revolve around information from lie detector tests. However, this isn’t always the case in real life. While polygraph machines do exist and can be used in criminal trials, the results…