Can I assert a Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure in State Court?

The Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure are only going to apply in Federal Court. You need the Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure. Also, Rule...

Is it illegal for 18 year old female & 17 year old male to date & have sex ?

Dating is not a crime. Sexual acts on the other hand can get people in trouble depending on the ages of the people involved. Arizona has something...

Unfortunately, no. Arizona law does not offer the opportunity for someone to have a criminal conviction expunged and entirely removed from their...

Will I get arrested ?

FTA warrants are issued to ensure that the accused appears to handle their court case. While it is not uncommon for a person to accidentally miss a...

Interviewing the victim when acting as my own attorney?

Under the Arizona Victim Bill of Rights, victims are not required to participate in defense interviews. Victims can be asked if they are willing to...

This is less of a legal question and more of a personal one. With that being said, there are ways to try and minimize the impact that a criminal...

It sounds like this is a bench warrant for failure to appear. The purpose of these warrants is to ensure people appear for the court date. There...

Can I be charged with a crime committed earlier in the day?

The short answer to your question is "yes". In Arizona, the State has one year to charge someone with a misdemeanor. Disorderly Conduct - Fighting...

Can my boyfriend be charged with statutory rape if I'm 16 and pregnant and hes 17 ?

Based on the ages you have provided, you and your boyfriend should be fine and your boyfriend should not get in trouble. Arizona has something...

"Plea on Demand" is less of a legal term and more of a court process. "Plea on Demand" is where a certain judge/courtroom is picked to handle...