Our Phoenix and Tempe criminal defense lawyers explain the differences between felonies, misdemeanors, and minor offenses in Arizona. Because the conduct regulated by the criminal laws of the State of Arizona ranges from relatively minor to devastatingly violent, the Arizona Criminal Code classifies crimes in three levels or “degrees.” The classification of a crime [...]
From DUI to homicide, facing any criminal charge in Arizona is a serious matter. The penalties established under the Arizona Revised Statutes for felonies and misdemeanors are significant. Having a conviction on your record can impact everything from your ability to find work to your right to vote. If you face a criminal charge, you [...]
A lot of people do not realize that stalking over the Internet (or “cyberstalking”) is a crime under traditional stalking and harassment laws. In 2012, Arizona joined the growing list of states that have outlawed cyberstalking, and, under subsequent revisions to the law, a cyberstalking charge can now be charged as either a class 5 [...]
If you have been arrested in Arizona, you need to understand what is at stake in your case. It is also important to understand what options you have available. For example, in many cases, it will be possible to obtain a sentence of probation instead of jail or prison time (if you cannot avoid [...]
