Helpful Legal Articles

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drug charges become felonies

Oct 16 2023

Drug Charges Elevated to a Felony

This article discusses the following: What is a Felony Drug Charge  What is a Misdemeanor Drug Charge  Why Was My Misdemeanor Charge Elevated to a Felony Charge What is Possession with Intent Can Prescription Drugs Lead to a Felony Charge? Fighting Felony Drug Charges  Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney  Drug ...
solicitation of prostitution

Oct 13 2023

Solicitation of Prostitution Charges

This article discusses the following: What is Solicitation of Prostitution in Phoenix Prostitution Laws in Arizona What You Should Know About Sting Operations  What Should I Do If I'm Arrested During a "Prostitution Sting" in Arizona? Penalties for Solicitation of Prostitution  Defenses Against Solicitation Charges  How a Criminal Defense Attorney ...
under investigation white collar crime

Oct 12 2023

White Collar Crimes & Investigations

This article discusses the following: What is White Collar Crime?  Signs You're the Target of an Investigation What Agencies Investigate White Collar Crimes?  What Types of Evidence are Used to Prosecute White-Collar Crimes? Defenses Against White Collar Crimes  Contact an Experienced Defense Attorney In Arizona, the implications of being associated ...
selling prescription drugs

Oct 10 2023

Selling Prescription Drugs in Arizona

This article discusses the following: Can I Face Charges for Possessing My Friend's Prescription Is Sharing My Prescription with Someone Else Considered Selling? Can I Face Federal Charges for Selling Prescription Drugs? Can Felony Drug Charges Be Reduced? Frequently Asked Questions  How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help Prescription drug ...
reliability of child witness testimony in criminal cases

Oct 5 2023

The Reliability of Child Witness Testimony in Criminal Cases

This article discusses the following: Types of Criminal Cases Where a Child Witness Might Testify Issues Related to the Reliability of Child Testimony in Criminal Cases Can a Child Witness Be Excluded from Testifying?  Children Testifying in Sex Crime Cases Examples of Inconsistent Statements in Sex Offense Cases Defenses against ...
dna testing laws in arizona

Sep 26 2023

DNA Testing Laws and Regulations- ARS-13-610

This article discusses the following: What is the DNA law in Arizona? Can police use DNA without my consent? Can police access DNA databases? What happens if you refuse to give DNA? What is familial DNA? How a criminal defense attorney can help.  In Arizona, DNA testing in criminal cases ...
Judge deciding pre charges

Sep 25 2023

Pre-Indictment and Pre-Charges in Arizona

This article discusses the following: Understanding the Need for Pre-Indictment  and Pre-Charge Representation  What Are My Rights Before Charges Are Filed? Will I Look Guilty If I Hire a Lawyer for Pre-Charge Legal Representation? How Long Does the Pre-Indictment Process Take? Frequently Asked Questions Why Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney ...
plea bargain negotiaion

Sep 24 2023

Whether to Accept a Plea Bargain in an Arizona Criminal Case or Not

This article discusses the following: Understanding the Types of Plea Deals in Arizona Pros and Cons of Plea Bargains Potential Consequences for the Defense When Accepting a Plea Bargain Rejecting a Plea Bargain and Your Next Steps Frequently Asked Questions How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help At Kolsrud Law ...
Community service diversion programs

Sep 20 2023

Diversion Programs Offered in Arizona

This article discusses the following:   How Arizona Misdemeanor Diversion Programs Work Who Can Participate in a Diversion Program Diversion Program Requirements and Costs Felony Diversion Program (formerly Drug Diversion and Felony Pretrial Intervention Program) Domestic Violence Excessive Response Diversion (DVER) Frequently Asked Questions How A Criminal Defense Attorney can ...
romeo and juliet laws in arizona

Sep 20 2023

Romeo and Juliet Law in Arizona

This article discusses the following:   What is the Romeo and Juliet Law? How does the Romeo and Juliet law fit into Arizona's statutory rape laws? What is Arizona's Mistake of Age Law, and How Does It Differ from Romeo and Juliet Laws? FAQs About Romeo And Juliet Law In ...
drug trafficking attorney

Sep 15 2023

Federal Drug Trafficking vs. Illegal Drug Importation

This article discusses the following: Understanding Drug Trafficking under Arizona and Federal Law Deciphering Illegal Drug Importation Laws in the U.S. Comparing Penalties: Drug Trafficking and Illegal Drug Importation The Role of the Controlled Substances Act in Drug-Related Offenses How Arizona's Drug Threshold Limits Influence Sentencing Interstate and International Implications ...
federal crimes

Sep 14 2023

Difference Between Federal Crime and Arizona State Level Crime

This article discusses the following: Understanding the Jurisdictional Differences: Federal versus State Laws in Arizona The Implication of Dual Sovereignty in Prosecution: How One Act Can Be a Crime at Both Levels The Fundamental Distinctions in Arizona State Laws versus Federal Laws Analyzing Key Aspects of Federal Criminal Law: The ...
drug smuggling

Sep 10 2023

Charged with Unintentional Drug Smuggling Into the US

This article discusses the following: An Overview of Arizona and Federal drug smuggling laws How Unintentional Drug Smuggling Can Occur The Potential Consequences of Unintentional Drug Smuggling The Role of Unawareness in Drug Smuggling Cases Building a Defense Strategy for Unintentional Drug Smuggling Charges The Impact of Prior Unintentional Drug ...
weapon

Sep 10 2023

Accused of Using a Weapon During a Bank Robbery

This article discusses the following: Federal Bank Robbery Act and its Ramifications Deciphering 'Weapons': A Broad Definition in Bank Robbery Cases Arizona's State Laws and Their Influence How Do Armed Robbery and Aggravated Robbery Charges Differ? The Intricacies of Federal Sentencing Guidelines Defenses to Armed Robbery Bank robbery is a ...

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