Two of the most dangerous drugs abused in Arizona are heroin and methamphetamine. Heroin is a Schedule I narcotic with no accepted medical uses, but the effects are similar to opioid painkillers. Methamphetamine is a Schedule II stimulant, meaning that it has limited...
The consequences of public indecency in Scottsdale
It is illegal for a person to do anything sexual in public without caring for the emotional impact on the witnesses. In Arizona, the court severely punishes the crime of public sexual indecency, especially when the person who witnesses the act is under 15 years old....
What are my rights in a police search?
If officers search your body or your property, you have some rights. The Legal Information Institute explains you do not need to consent to the search because the U.S. Constitution gives you the right to be secure in your person and property. If you refuse a search,...
What are the consequences of urinating in public in Phoenix?
Urinating in public is illegal in Phoenix, and doing this can imply facing an additional criminal charge for indecent exposure. A person with both criminal charges may have to pay fines and spend time in jail. However, the most significant consequence is not that...
Man accused of hit-and-run in accident from March 2021
Authorities recently announced the arrest of a man whom they suspect was involved in a hit-and-run accident from earlier this year. The accident killed one Maricopa County highway worker and left another hospitalized. Police say that the workers were clearing traffic...
Penalties for the possession and sale of marijuana in Arizona
The limited use, possession and cultivation of marijuana by those aged 21 and over is not illegal anymore in Arizona. It was in November 2020, that a voter initiative known as Proposition 207 or the Smart & Safe Arizona Act made this change to earlier the laws. It...
Famous NBA player’s son arrested on assault charges
The son of a famous professional basketball player was recently arrested by Scottsdale authorities on the grounds of aggravated assault on a healthcare professional, a felony offense under Arizona law. Police say that they were asked to come to a nightclub because the...
Protecting your rights during a police stop
Being stopped by police may be frightening and confusing and they are usually not looking after your best legal interests. Knowing what to do during police questioning may be vital to your criminal defense. Silence is a vital right You have the right to remain silent...
Arizona ranks among top 15 in auto fraud
In our state, we are blessed with a robust economy, including a bustlingly auto market. Though, with such a robust auto market, reports of fraud have begun to uptick, with 2020 seeing over 120,000 incidents of auto scams and frauds. And, unfortunately, Arizona broke...
What constitutes criminal assault in the state of Arizona?
Arguments between people in Tempe can easily become heated, especially when passions or perceived criticism are involved. Each party to the argument hurl angry words at one another. Before too long one person or another is accusing the other of assault. Threatening...