Soon after an early evening happy hour with coworkers, you get in your car and head home. Your commute is interrupted by a law enforcement officer, who suspects you of drunk driving. This is not good, and you know the harm that a DUI arrest and conviction can have on you legally as well as […]
Arizona DUI / Criminal Defense Law Blog
How serious is a minor in possession of alcohol charge?
As any Tempe area parent knows, raising children is often challenging and stressful. As children get older, they may engage in rebellious or reckless behavior. Although on some level this behavior is to be expected, when the behavior involves legal consequences that could potentially jeopardize a child’s future, the situation becomes more serious. If a […]
Penalties for the possession and sale of marijuana in Arizona
The limited use, possession and cultivation of marijuana by those aged 21 and over is not illegal anymore in Arizona. It was in November 2020, that a voter initiative known as Proposition 207 or the Smart & Safe Arizona Act made this change to earlier the laws. It is the same proposition that allowed the expunging of […]
How does a breathalyzer measure blood alcohol count?
One of the most common tools used by police in Phoenix and elsewhere in Arizona to enforce the state’s laws against drunken driving is the “breathalyzer,” a small hand-held electronic device that can measure a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC) in a few seconds. Breathalyzers are not, however, infallible. A breathalyzer that has been improperly […]
Famous NBA player’s son arrested on assault charges
The son of a famous professional basketball player was recently arrested by Scottsdale authorities on the grounds of aggravated assault on a healthcare professional, a felony offense under Arizona law. Police say that they were asked to come to a nightclub because the man had apparently fallen and hit his head. The security staff at the club […]
Protecting your rights during a police stop
Being stopped by police may be frightening and confusing and they are usually not looking after your best legal interests. Knowing what to do during police questioning may be vital to your criminal defense. Silence is a vital right You have the right to remain silent under the Constitution. You are not required to talk to police […]
Arizona ranks among top 15 in auto fraud
In our state, we are blessed with a robust economy, including a bustlingly auto market. Though, with such a robust auto market, reports of fraud have begun to uptick, with 2020 seeing over 120,000 incidents of auto scams and frauds. And, unfortunately, Arizona broke the top 15 in auto fraud. Arizona’s ranking Using data from […]
What constitutes criminal assault in the state of Arizona?
Arguments between people in Tempe can easily become heated, especially when passions or perceived criticism are involved. Each party to the argument hurl angry words at one another. Before too long one person or another is accusing the other of assault. Threatening remarks Under Arizona law, a person commits the crime of assault if they intentionally […]
Expunge your old marijuana charges from your Arizona record
With the passage of Arizona Proposition 207 in November 2020 by state voters, the use and possession of marijuana have been decriminalized in the state. While previous laws had allowed for the use of medical marijuana, the new proposition means that marijuana is also legal for recreational purposes. Prop 207 can affect your previous marijuana […]
Have you heard about these public nuisance laws in Scottsdale?
Disputes between neighbors are nothing new, and while they can cause a tense living situation, they can also result in legal trouble. For example, if your neighbor is claiming that you are engaging in activities that can lessen the value of their property, negatively affect their environment, or interfere with their general happiness, they may […]