Drug Charges Elevated to a Felony

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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 charges elevated to a felony…

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Solicitation of Prostitution Charges

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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 can Help In Phoenix, Arizona,…

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White Collar Crimes & Investigations

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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 with white collar crimes can…

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Selling Prescription Drugs in Arizona

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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 offenses are primarily governed by…

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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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Pre-Indictment and Pre-Charges in Arizona

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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 when facing criminal charges  At…

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

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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 Offices, we understand that accepting…

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Federal Drug Trafficking vs. Illegal Drug Importation

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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 of Drug Trafficking and Importation…

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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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Charged with Unintentional Drug Smuggling Into the US

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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 Smuggling Cases Precedents Next Steps…

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Accused of Using a Weapon During a Bank Robbery

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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 serious crime, especially when weapons…

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How Technology is Changing the Face of Smuggling

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This article discusses the following: Understanding Smuggling Under Federal and Arizona Law The Role of Technology in Modern-Day Smuggling Crypto Transactions: The New Face of Smuggling Finances Surveillance Tech and Data Analysis in Smuggling Detection Defending Against Tech-Driven Smuggling Charges: New Approaches The Intersection of Privacy Rights and Anti-Smuggling Tech In today’s world, technology touches…

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Types of Human Trafficking Offenses

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This article discusses the following: An Overview of Human Trafficking Sex Trafficking Peonage Involuntary Servitude Forced Labor Trafficking Concerning Peonage, Involuntary Servitude, or Forced Labor: An In-Depth Understanding Legal Defenses and Rights When Wrongly Accused of Human Trafficking Human trafficking is a term that covers a range of illegal activities. At its heart, human trafficking…

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