Arizona is a state that has some of the strictest laws in the country surrounding driving under the influence. Generally, it has what is known as zero tolerance laws pertaining to DUI offences. These can result in severe penalties and other serious consequences, even if it’s your first offence. It’s important to understand Arizona’s DUI …
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Read MoreThe current emergency status in the United States regarding the COVID-19 pandemic is assuredly putting a strain on U.S. constitutional protections. Some see it as though the entire work has been suppressed since the governors in certain states have begun using their new-found emergency declaration powers, essentially doing as they please under the potentially false …
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Read MoreIt may not be typical to see police officers on the road, flashing lights, and wearing reflective vests to do random DUI checks, but it does happen. In Arizona, a lot of people feel that DUI checkpoints are intimidating. They often feel that they have to prove their innocence when they go through a checkpoint, …
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Read MoreFor a sexual assault allegation to stick, it is not always necessary to establish intent – even if the alleged attacker was intoxicated at the time the supposed assault happened. Such crimes call for evidence, and the assault victim must come forward to make sure that the case moves forward. State of The Accused and …
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Read MoreIn Arizona, domestic abuse charges are taken very seriously and thus the penalties are very severe. Domestic violence is defined as nearly any criminal act of abuse committed by a household or family member against another. Domestic abuse is not only physical but may be sexual or emotional in nature. Neglect and economic control are …
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Read MoreDisorderly conduct is a criminal charge in the state of Arizona. Most disorderly conduct cases are charged as a class 1 misdemeanor, however, in some circumstances, a perpetrator can be charged with a class 6 felony. A conviction for disorderly conduct will affect your criminal record and subject you to potential penalties. For these reasons, you …
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