Drug Use Changes Fault In Injury Cases
Drug use does not automatically make someone at fault in an injury case. Learn how civil liability works, how evidence determines fault, and why legal guidance is essential after an accident.
Arizona Criminal Law Resources & Articles by Category
¿Qué Hace un Abogado de Defensa Criminal en Tucson?
Cuando una persona enfrenta un cargo penal en Tucson, muchas preguntas aparecen de inmediato. Una de las más comunes es entender cuál es el papel real de un abogado de defensa criminal durante un caso penal. Aunque muchas personas asocian a estos abogados únicamente con juicios en la corte, su trabajo va...
Can a Criminal Case Affect Immigration Status?
Many people think criminal law and immigration law are two separate things. In reality, they are closely connected. A criminal case can have serious effects on a person’s immigration status, even if the crime seems small or if the person was never sentenced to jail. For non-citizens living in the...
Can Text Messages Be Used Against You?
Text messages are a normal part of everyday life. People use them to talk to friends, family, coworkers, and partners. Because texting feels private and casual, many people do not think of messages as something that could ever be used in court. In reality, text messages are one of the...
What Is a Pre-File Investigation and Why It Matter in Arizona Criminal Charges?
When people hear the words “criminal charges,” they often imagine someone being arrested and taken straight to court. In Arizona, that is not always the case. Many criminal cases begin quietly, long before anyone files paperwork with the court. This early stage is called a pre-file investigation, and it can...
Signs You’re Under Criminal Investigation
Many people believe they will know right away if they are under criminal investigation. They expect a knock on the door, flashing lights, or a formal arrest. In reality, criminal investigations often begin quietly and unfold over time.
How Surveillance Footage Is Used in Criminal Cases
Surveillance footage has become one of the most influential forms of evidence in modern criminal cases. With cameras now present in public spaces, private businesses, residential neighborhoods, and even personal devices, video recordings frequently play a role in investigations long before formal charges are filed. While many people assume that...
2025: A Year of Growth, Pressure, and Purpose
2025 was not a year of comfort. It was a year of growth, pressure, and purpose. From high-stakes cases to family milestones, from leadership lessons to hard-earned clarity, this past year reshaped how I think about capacity, resilience, and what it truly means to build something that lasts.
Defensa penal juvenil: protegiendo el futuro de los menores en Tucson
Imagina a un adolescente atrapado en una calle de Tucson, enfrentando la confusión y el miedo de ser acusado por un error o un malentendido. Para muchas familias, la justicia penal juvenil representa uno de los momentos más perturbadores y críticos del desarrollo de sus hijos. Saber que existen herramientas...
The Stages of a Criminal Case in Arizona
A criminal case in Arizona follows a structured series of steps designed to ensure that accusations are reviewed fairly and that constitutional rights are protected. While every situation is different, the overall progression of a case is consistent statewide. Understanding these stages can help individuals see how the system works...
What Happens After a Criminal Arrest in Arizona?
Being arrested in Arizona can feel disorienting, frightening, and overwhelming, especially for someone experiencing the criminal justice system for the first time. Although every case has its own unique details, the steps that follow an arrest generally follow a predictable legal process. Understanding these stages can help individuals and families...
Estrategias de defensa por incitación policial (Entrapment) en Tucson
La incitación policial conocida en inglés como entrapment es una defensa legal clave cuando una persona es persuadida, presionada o inducida por la policía a cometer un delito que de otro modo nunca habría cometido. En Tucson, donde las operaciones encubiertas son comunes, entender esta defensa es fundamental para proteger los...