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manslaughter vs criminally negligent homicide

Dec 15 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseMurder / Homicide

Manslaughter VS Criminally Negligent Homicide in Arizona

This article discusses the following: What is Manslaughter Under Arizona Law? What is Negligent Homicide Under Arizona Law?  What are the Main Differences Between Manslaughter and Criminally Negligent Homicide In Arizona  Can Manslaughter or Negligent Homicide Charges Be Reduced or ...
federal law on child pornography

Dec 10 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseFederal Crimes DefenseSex Crimes

Is Child Pornography a Federal Crime?

This article discusses the following: Definition of Federal Child Pornography Federal vs. State Jurisdiction Federal Child Pornography Laws Federal Penalties for Child Pornography Charges  5 Frequently Asked Questions Contact a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney From Kolsrud Law Offices Child pornography ...
record conversation without consent

Nov 24 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseUncategorizedWire Fraud

Can You Record a Conversation Without Consent in Arizona?

This article discusses the following: What Does Arizona Law Say About Recording Conversations? What Are the Penalties for Recording Without Consent? Exceptions to Arizona's Recording Laws How Does Recording Laws Impact Criminal Cases in Arizona? Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney ...
arizona prohibited possessors

Nov 20 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseFederal Crimes DefenseFirearm Crimes / Gun ChargesUncategorized

Possession of Firearms By Prohibited Possessor

This article discusses the following: Who is a Prohibited Possessor?  Federal Law on Possession of a Firearm What are Prohibited Items?  What is the Difference Between a State and Federal Charge?  What are the Penalties for Illegal Firearm Possession  5 ...
drug charges in a school zone

Nov 7 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseDrug CrimesDrug TraffickingUncategorized

Facing Drug Charges After Being Caught in a School Zone

This article discusses the following: What are the Different Types of Drug Offenses in Arizona?  How Does a School Zone Impact Drug Charges?  What are the Penalties for First Time and Repeat Offenders  What is the Difference Between a Dangerous ...
federal plea bargain

Oct 11 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseFederal Crimes Defense

Federal Plea Bargains: Should You Accept Them?

This article discusses the following: What is a Federal Plea Agreement?   When Should You Consider Entering Into a Federal Plea Bargain?  What are the Cons of Entering Into a Plea? When Might You Not Want to Enter a Plea Deal? ...
detention hearing

Oct 10 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseFederal Crimes Defense

Can You Get Bail for a Federal Criminal Case?

This article discusses the following: What Happens When You Are Charged with a Federal Crime? Bail and Pretrial Release in a Federal Criminal Case Common Pretrial Release Conditions for Bail in Federal Cases Types of Bail Bonds Used in Federal ...
house arrest violations

Oct 9 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseUncategorized

What Happens If You Get a Probation Violation in Arizona

This article discusses the following: What are the Different Types of Probation in Arizona  Probation Violation Examples  What are the Possible Short and Long Term Ramifications of Violating Probation What is a Probation Violation Hearing  Possible Defenses a Criminal Defense ...
criminal damage

Oct 8 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseProperty Crimes

What is a Criminal Damage Charge Under ARS 13-1602

This article discusses the following: How Does Arizona Law Define Criminal Damage Under ARS 13-1602  Examples of Damage to Property  What is Aggravated or Felony Criminal Damage  Penalties for Criminal Damage in Arizona  What Defense Strategies Can Be Used to ...
threatening someone and online harassment charges

Sep 9 2024

Arizona Criminal DefenseCybercrimesFederal Crimes Defense

Is Threatening Someone Online a Criminal Charge?

This article discusses the following: What Criminal Charges Could You Face For Posting Threatening Online Posts on Social Media? Do First Amendment Rights Protect Free Speech On the Internet?  What is Considered an Online Threat? Can Posting Threats Online Be ...
identifying yourself to officers in arizona

Sep 4 2024

Arizona Criminal Defense

Do You Have to Identify Yourself to Officers in Arizona?

This article discusses the following: Identifying Yourself During a Traffic Stop Does Your Passenger Need to Identify Themselves? What Does Probable Cause and Reasonable Suspicion Mean? What If The Police Stop You in Public?  What are the Penalties for Refusing ...
Unlawful flight charges. by evading police in arizona

Aug 30 2024

Arizona Criminal Defense

What Does Unlawful Flight Mean in Arizona?

This article discusses the following: What is the Difference Between Failure to Stop and Evading the Police? What if the Cop Car Was Unmarked?  What Happens if You Run from the Police on Foot? Penalties for Unlawful Flight  What Potential ...

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