Thank you for reaching out to me. The above attorney’s answer is correct. However, I would note that there are many judges who do not believe they...

Good morning, it depends. Not all prosecuting agencies offer a diversion program. You can still ask for the diversion, however. Some...

Your explanation here sounds sincere and likely will be sufficient to get you back into counseling as long as this is your first time being...

2nd dui, 1st one was 6 1/2 y/ago. This one is aggravated. I am contemplating leaving the state to avoid all of the costs

I agree with Mr. Lackey. You really need to seek an experienced attorney that handles these cases before you decide to leave the state. Depending...

Can i have a public defemder and. A pay lawyer or can i hire a lawyer after i already have a public defender

I agree with Mr. Allen. However, I will say that you should not let age alone deter you -- experience in the courtroom and doing trials is the...

Do I need to get my record expunged?

You are not eligible for expungements if the conviction resulted in the state of Arizona. You may, however, be able to have the conviction set...

Will I go to jail/ juvie for having a theft misdemeanor and lying to a cop?

It depends. If this is a first offense and you are charged as a juvenile, you may be offered a diversion program, teen court, or to plead to the...

I have a shoplifting charge, can I take a shoplifting course and bring it into court date?

If this is a first offense, many prosecuting agencies offer diversion programs. These programs are specific to the prosecuting agency. It makes...

A Donald advisement is basically an opportunity for you to be told, on the record, what your maximum exposure is at trial, if you were to...

I was arrested and convicted for a dui in prescott az when I was 18. I had a d d that fled but I withheld that from the police

In Arizona, you are not eligible for an expungement for an adult conviction. However, you may be eligible for a set aside. This is a notation on...