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    Arizona Has 2204 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 11508 Reviews

    Bret Andrew Royle

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    Bret Andrew Royle

    5.065 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Expect More From Your Attorney!
    Rating:  10
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    Joseph P St Louis

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    Joseph P St Louis

    4.941 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    From misdemeanors to complex felonies, we can handle it all!
    Rating:  10
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    James David Smith

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    James David Smith

    5.033 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Accepting New Cases. Go to court with a lawyer that fights for you! Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney That Is An Aggressive Advocate With Proven Results. Contact Today at 480-400-1194. Consultations Safely By Phone or Video Now Available.
    Rating:  9.9
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    Daniel Ian Hutto

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    Daniel Ian Hutto

    4.956 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family
    Former vehicular crimes prosecutor! Charged with a crime? Contact me for a free consultation.
    Rating:  10
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    Adnan "A.D." Horan

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    Adnan "A.D." Horan

    5.0113 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Any City Any Court * Any Crime Any Time
    Rating:  10
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    Richard J Suzuki

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    Richard J Suzuki

    5.0117 reviews
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    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Former State and Federal Prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office and the U.S. Attorney's Office. Proven dedication, relentless advocacy - your assurance of a robust defense strategy.
    Rating:  10
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    Kristen M Curry

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    Kristen M Curry

    5.020 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    CERTIFIED CRIMINAL LAW SPECIALIST; SEARCH & SEIZURE INSTRUCTOR; 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
    Rating:  10
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    David Black

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    David Black

    5.022 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Do you need a criminal or DUI lawyer in Phoenix? Call us today for a free consultation - 480-418-5319
    Rating:  10
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    Jefferson M Simmons

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    Jefferson M Simmons

    5.084 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile
    Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and Former Prosecutor located in Scottsdale, Arizona - Call 855-981-9120
    Rating:  10
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    Dina M Dieglio

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    Dina M Dieglio

    5.018 reviews
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    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I made a huge mistake at the beginning of this year and I needed to find a criminal defense attorney. My anxiety levels were through the roof with worries about my career and future. After consulting with 6 lawyers that anxiety didn't go down at a..."
    Rating:  10
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    Shawn Brian Hamp

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    Shawn Brian Hamp

    4.9148 reviews
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    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Helping People In Northern Arizona Charged With Serious Crimes. Call Today. Contact Us At (928) 628-8230
    Rating:  10
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    Stephen R Glazer

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    Stephen R Glazer

    5.056 reviews
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    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Estate Planning
    Stephen Glazer is a Flagstaff attorney with a proven record for getting results for his clients.
    Rating:  10
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    Ryan H. McPhie

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    Ryan H. McPhie

    4.975 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Ryan McPhie and the team at GCLG believe every client is entitled to personal service and the best possible defense. As a team of former Deputy County Attorneys, they know the players involved and how to obtain the best possible outcome for their ...
    Rating:  10
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    Craig Jacob Rosenstein

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    Craig Jacob Rosenstein

    4.934 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Call (480) 400-1194 to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney dedicated to helping good people in bad situations. Protecting your rights & defending your freedom, Craig will fight aggressively to secure the best possible outcome for y...
    Rating:  10
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    David P. Lish

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    David P. Lish

    5.014 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    David Lish aggressively defends clients in all types of criminal cases in all courts throughout Arizona. A former prosecutor, he has extensive courtroom and trial experience in juvenile and adult court. He focuses on getting the best result for ev...
    Rating:  10
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    David Ernest Ahl

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    David Ernest Ahl

    5.022 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Federal Crime
    Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer
    Rating:  9.7
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    Michael A Harwin

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    Michael A Harwin

    4.970 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime
    Listed 2017 “Best Lawyers in America®”; “Tucson’s Best Lawyers®”; “Arizona’s Top Lawyers. Call Now.
    Rating:  10
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    Jonathan Joseph Goebel

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    Jonathan Joseph Goebel

    5.029 reviews
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    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Open For Business! Accepting New Cases. Dedicated. Knowledge. Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney. Board Certified in DUI Defense. Contact Today at 480-400-1194. Consultations Safely By Phone or Video Now Available.
    Rating:  10
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    Edward F. Cohn

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    Edward F. Cohn

    4.958 reviews
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    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Drug Crime and more
    AV Rated Accomplished criminal attorney with a diverse and experienced legal background. Call today!
    Rating:  10
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    Craig S Orent

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    Craig S Orent

    4.996 reviews
    Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more
    Experienced, Aggressive, Passionate Criminal Defense ◆Certified Criminal Law Specialist◆(30 yrs)
    Rating:  10
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