You’ve probably heard of bail from the news or the movies. It feels different if you or a loved one is posting bail. In this article, we’ll talk about how bail works in Arizona and the common issues that people have with bail. If you or a loved one is charged with a bailable offense
What to Say to a Judge in Phoenix Criminal Court As a Phoenix criminal defense attorney for the past three decades, I am frequently asked, “what do I say to the judge?”, or “how do I talk to the court?” In the world of criminal law, when the defendant addresses the court, that is called
Prop. 207 – Say Goodbye to Your Marijuana Conviction In the past, Arizona’s tough-on-crime stance resulted in some harsh penalties for drug-related offenses, even simple marijuana possession. That all changed in November 2020 when Arizona voters passed Proposition 207, also known as the “Smart and SAFE Act.” Prop. 207 permits people who have been convicted
