In legal proceedings, there are two standards of proof: preponderance of evidence vs beyond a reasonable doubt. These standards are crucial elements of the legal system, as they help to ensure that justice is served and that the right person is held accountable for their actions. Though they both have the same goal of establishing …
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When it comes to criminal charges, intent is often a central factor in determining the outcome of a case. Intent is defined as a person’s state of mind when committing a criminal act. In other words, it is the level of knowledge and understanding a person had when they committed a crime. In this blog, …
It is crucial to understand all the legal defenses available to you if you are facing criminal charges. Depending on the specific facts of your case, the type of defense you choose can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Here are six of the most common types of legal defenses used in criminal cases …
Most people are aware that certain situations require police officers to obtain a warrant before they can search someone’s home or other property. But what exactly is a search warrant, and what can law enforcement search for and seize under it? To help you better understand search warrants, we answered four of the most frequently …
In Arizona, a restraining order, also called a protective or no contact order, grants a judge the ability to legally stop one person from coming near another person. The order prohibits the individual from coming near another individual’s home, place of work, school, or other locations. This also includes contact by phone, email, text, mail, …
Have you ever wondered how police identify drunk drivers in the United States? To make a traffic stop for suspected driving under the influence (DUI), law enforcement officers must have reasonable suspicion that a crime occurred, is currently happening, or will happen soon. Various characteristics indicate impaired driving, and this type of behavior is what …
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges have negative impacts for anyone, but for those who drive for a living, the consequences are often more severe. Since commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are also held to a higher standard of responsibility, there is also a lower threshold for getting a DUI as a commercial driver. More …
More and more stores are increasing the number of self-checkouts available and decreasing the number of cashiers. While using a self-checkout is often convenient and easy, it can also leave you vulnerable to shoplifting charges. It’s important to understand the behaviors that can lead to criminal charges and to hire a criminal defense attorney if …
Driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoints are locations where law enforcement officers can stop vehicles to check for intoxication. They are legal in the State of Arizona as long as certain requirements are met, such as clear signage and prior notice of where the checkpoints are. If you are stopped at a DUI checkpoint, it’s …
Although Arizona has fewer restrictions on firearm use than many other states, there are still laws that you need to be aware of and follow. For many firearm offenses in the state, the consequences of a conviction can be severe. Here are some gun-related crimes in Arizona: Key Definitions Firearms include “any loaded or unloaded handgun, …
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