Arizona -shoplifeted about $410.00 from ............

Shoplifting in Arizona is a Class 1 misdemeanor punishable by UP TO 6-months in jail, $2500 in fines plus an 87% surcharhe, and 3 years of...

What are my chances of beating this case using a good lawyer?

There is absolutely NO way to determine what your chances are with a "good lawyer" based on the limited facts you submitted in your...

Criminal Speed: What ate my chances of getting this dismissed?

How did you determine that the 25 mph sign was an "advisory" sign? The definition cited in the ADOT regs defines an advisory sign as one that...

I have been falsely accused of theft. What should I do?

You need to retain experienced counsel IMMEDIATELY. Do NOT make statements to ANYONE, especially law enforcement officers or detectives who may...

Domestic violence case

I echo the comments of my colleagues, Mr. Kielsy and Mr. Snader, and would add the WHERE your husband's case is pending (which court) could also...

My uncle received a DUI. He went to court and they dismissed it without prejudice...?

I concur with my esteemed colleagues (especially the renowned Mr. Beresky), your uncle is very likely facing felony DUI charges. The typical plea...

You need an experienced attorney to assist you in this matter. Do you have any witnesses that can corroborate your version of the events? Why did...

Where can I find a para legal who can write a federal habeas corpus?

Contact the Maricopa County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service for a referral to an experienced ATTORNEY with federal habeas experience (the...

Wrongfull arrest and acusation

Were you charged with an offense? Do you have a court dte? You said you were in jail for 2 days, what did the judge (that you saw within 24 hours...

Under what kind of circumstance, a petty offense can get a jury trial?

Technically, "petty offenses" are still on the books in Arizona, but practically, there are only misdemeanors and felonies. Felonies are jury...