Drug Possession & Paraphernalia Charges: Arizona Laws and Penalties “Simple possession” is a charge involving possession for personal use, as compared with possession for the purpose of sale or manufacture. Everyone knows that a drug and a paraphernalia charge have consequences, but many times knowing exactly what those consequences will be is very difficult. Possessing
What the Prosecution Must Prove in a Rape Case Arizona law, which formerly classified the crime of rape into first degree rape and second degree rape, now uses different nomenclature. The conduct previously labeled as “rape” is now called “sexual assault.” However, even with the name change, the crime remains a serious felony, and if
How to Handle Police Encounters Successfully You’re driving along and suddenly, red flashing lights appear in your rear-view mirror your heart skips a beat; you’re out in public and the police approach and want to ask you some questions, your pulse rate goes haywire and you panic; or you’re at home and the police knock
Accused of Domestic Violence in Phoenix? How Does DV Affect Your Kids? The impact of domestic violence on your kids can be heartbreaking. It can turn the world upside down for everyone in your family. If you’re in a dispute or a divorce process with your spouse or co-parent, and you are accused of domestic
Deciding Whether to Testify at Trial The Three C’s – Credibility, Composure, and Convincing You’re being tried for a serious criminal offense and you know that under the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution it’s your decision whether to testify or not. Deciding whether to testify is a critical and strategic decision that might
