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Caught Drug Trafficking in Arizona Over Spring Break

This article discusses the following: Arizona Drug Trafficking Laws  What if The Amount I'm Caught With is Under the Threshold Limit Caught with Drugs at the Airport/ Border  How Spring Breakers Can Become Unwitting Mules What are the Indicators of Drug Trafficking that Police Look For?  Defense Strategies in Drug ...
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DUI Vehicular Manslaughter Charges in Arizona

This article discusses the following: Vehicular Manslaughter Laws in Arizona  Manslaughter Penalties  DUI Law Defenses to DUI Vehicular Manslaughter  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on DUI and Vehicular Manslaughter in Arizona Facing Charges? Kolsrud Law is Here to Help  If you have been charged with vehicular manslaughter due to a DUI ...
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How Does a Criminal Indictment Work in Arizona Law

This article discusses the following: What is a Criminal Indictment  The Nine Stages of a Criminal Case  Is an Indictment the Same Thing as Criminal Charges? Can I Be Indicted Without Being Arrested First? How do Grand Jury Proceedings Work Should You Hire a Defense Attorney For a Criminal Indictment ...
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Kolsrud Law Offices Welcomes Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney Sandra Schutz To Its Team

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   PHOENIX, AZ – Kolsrud Law Offices, a premier Phoenix law firm specializing in Federal Criminal Law Defense, is delighted to announce the addition of Attorney Sandra Schutz to our defense team.   Sandra Schutz, an accomplished attorney and former Deputy Public Defender of Maricopa County, has ...
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Key Differences Between Federal and State Criminal Charges

This article discusses the following: Jurisdiction and Authority Legal Standards and Sentencing Dual Sovereignty Doctrine Case Studies Exclusive Federal Crimes: Offenses Governed Solely by Federal Law The laws in the United States are complex, particularly when differentiating between federal and state criminal charges. Understanding these differences is crucial for anyone ...
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Theft, Robbery, and Burglary: What’s the Difference

This article discusses the following: Theft Law Robbery  Burglary Charges  Frequently Asked Questions  Contact an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney  The terms theft, robbery, and burglary are often used interchangeably in everyday conversations, but in the eyes of the law, they have distinct differences.   While theft involves simply taking someone's ...
fentanyl drug possession

Fentanyl Crimes Defenses and Penalties Under Arizona Law

This article discusses the following: Arizona Fentanyl Laws Fentanyl Trafficking What Are the Penalties for Fentanyl Crimes in Arizona? Defense Against Drug Charges Involving Fentanyl in Arizona Frequently Asked Questions About Fentanyl-Related Crimes Get Help From a Federal Crimes Defense Attorney Being charged with a fentanyl crime in Arizona can ...
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Defending Against a Minor in Possession Charge: Arizona Law

This article discusses the following: What is a Minor in Possession Charge  What are the Penalties?  How Long Does an MIP Stay on Your Record in Arizona? Caught with a Fake ID at Your Local College Bar DUI and a Minor In Possession Charge Defenses to a Minor in Possession ...
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Disorderly Conduct Law in Arizona: ARS 13-2904

This article discusses the following: What is Disorderly Conduct in Arizona: ARS 13-2904  What Does Disturbing the Peace Mean  Is Cursing Considered Disorderly Conduct?  Drunk and Disorderly Charges Is Domestic Violence Considered Disorderly Conduct?  What are the Penalties for Disorderly Conduct  What are the Defenses For Disorderly Conduct  Frequently Asked ...
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Juvenile Vandalism Defenses and Penalties Under Arizona Law

This article discusses the following: What is the Definition of Vandalism Under Arizona Law  Is Graffiti Considered Vandalism?  Consequences of a Juvenile Vandalism Charge  What If I Accidentally Vandalized Someone's Property  How Does the Juvenile Court System Work  Defense Strategies for Juvenile Vandalism Cases Frequently Asked Questions How a Criminal ...
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Juvenile Crimes in Arizona: Punishments and Defenses

This article discusses the following: Your Rights During a Juvenile Arrest What are Juvenile Crimes and Their Punishments  How Does Juvenile Court Work in Arizona  When Can Juveniles Be Tried as Adults What are Defenses for Juvenile Crimes  The Role of Parents or Guardians in Juvenile Cases How a Juvenile ...
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Gang Related Charges: Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer

This article discusses the following: Is Gang Affiliation Illegal?  How Does Arizona Define a Criminal Street Gang  Threat and Intimidation Laws in Arizona Differences Between a Gang and a Criminal Syndicate Defense Strategies For Gang-Related Charges Frequently Asked Questions on Arizona's Gang-Related Laws How Kolsrud Law Can Help If You've ...
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Illegal Firearm Possession and Prohibited Weapons in Arizona

This article discusses the following: ARS § 13-3101 and ARS § 13-3102: Firearm Law Prohibited Firearms in Arizona What Happens if I'm Caught With a Prohibited Weapon  Prohibited Possessors: Understanding Restrictions Under Arizona Law Restoring Gun Rights in Arizona Frequently Asked Questions about Arizona's Firearm Laws How a Criminal Defense ...
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Simple Assault Charge in Arizona: Defense Strategies

This article discusses the following: What are Misdemeanor Assault Charges  The Difference Between Assault and Battery in Arizona How Does Simple Assault Differ from Aggravated Assault in Arizona  Penalties for Simple Assault in Arizona Defenses for Simple Assault Charges How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help In Arizona, a simple ...

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