Common Holiday Crimes and Their Penalties

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This article discusses the following: Shoplifting During the Holidays  Penalties for Shoplifting Identity Theft Penalties for Identity Theft Domestic Violence Penalties Domestic Violence Frequently Asked Questions Contact a Defense Attorney Today   The holiday season, a time of celebration and joy, often paradoxically sees a spike in certain criminal activities. Understanding why crime rates increase during…

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The Reliability of Child Witness Testimony in Criminal Cases

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 a Child’s Witness Testimony FAQs…

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DNA Testing Laws and Regulations- ARS-13-610

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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 is governed by Arizona Revised…

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Diversion Programs Offered in Arizona

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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 help If you’ve been charged…

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Difference Between Federal Crime and Arizona State Level Crime

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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 United States Code Influence of…

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