November 15, 2024 | Blog,Vehicular Crimes
Arizona criminal laws use four standards to evaluate a defendant’s state of mind at the time of the alleged offense: intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, and/or criminal negligence. Which standard is applicable for the crime(s) charged is set forth by Arizona law and the prosecution will determine the kind of offense you can be charged with, the… read more
Read MoreNovember 15, 2024 | Blog,Underage Drinking
Consider a scenario: you stop by a store. As you approach the doorway, a teenager approaches you and offers you money to buy them cigarettes. You agree to do so, and when you leave the store, you give him the cigarettes you purchased. Have you broken the law? Or, imagine going to the store with… read more
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2024 | DUI
When you think about the consequences of driving under the influence in Arizona, your immediate concerns might include jail time, fines, probation, community service requirements, or license suspensions. However, there are longer-term consequences to consider. For example, you may have trouble finding employment, getting a loan, or buying a firearm. But what if we told… read more
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2024 | Arizona Revised Statutes,BAC,Blood Alcohol Tests,DUI
The Arizona Legislature takes driving under the influence crimes very seriously. Alcohol use is a top cause of car accidents in the state, which makes it a key concern for Arizona lawmakers. DUI convictions are penalized heavily to warn drivers and others in the community away from committing similar crimes in the future. Call Us… read more
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2024 | DUI
Not every lawyer is cut out to practice DUI defense law in Phoenix. Only a handful of criminal defense attorneys have the right combination of professional and personal qualities to be among the best. It takes tough plea deal negotiating skills with prosecutors, an encyclopedic knowledge of Arizona DUI laws, courtroom trial experience, and—most importantly—never… read more
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