Tucson, Arizona · Criminal defense
Case stories from the criminal defense practice of Joel Chorny.
Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
The following accounts are told by attorney Joel Chorny.
Not GuiltyI defended a young veteran who had to shoot his brother in order to stop his brother from beating him, possibly to death.
Although my client called 911 and told the police everything that happened, he was still arrested and charged with First Degree Murder.
The state never wanted to acknowledge that my client acted in self-defense, so we took the case to trial and won. My client got to go home that night an innocent man.
Not GuiltyMy client was driving home late at night when he suddenly heard a thud on the hood of his car. He stopped to see what he hit and saw nothing. He went to the gas station by his home and saw there was blood on the hood of his car. He figured he hit an animal and called his insurance to schedule repairs.
Unfortunately, he had hit a pedestrian who was crossing the road where there was no crosswalk or signal. the police charged him with intentionally leaving the scene of a lethal accident. We took that case to trial and the jury acquitted him based on the fact that he could not have known he hit a person.
DUI Case DismissedSomeone called 911 to report a drunk driver in a car registered to my client. The police went to my client’s home and saw a car matching the description parked in the garage. The police went into the garage without a warrant, in violation of my client’s Fourth Amendment Rights. The police got evidence that my client was under the influence of alcohol and arrested him for DUI.
At a hearing to throw out the evidence based on the Fourth Amendment violation, the police officer lied and claimed she went into the garage because she feared for my client’s well-being. The Court believed her and denied our motion. I could not let this injustice stand, so I provided additional evidence and proved it was impossible for the cop to see my client in the car before he illegally entered the garage.
The Court reconsidered and ordered all of the evidence suppressed. Case dismissed.
Case DismissedMy client had never been in trouble with the law in his life. One afternoon he came home from work to find out that a granddaughter had falsely accused him of molesting her.
Even though the little girl’s story was internally inconsistent and there were plenty of people willing to speak to my client’s good character, the state charged him with a dangerous crime against children anyway.
After a lot of investigating and pushing the state to produce evidence we knew it did not want to produce, the state relented and dismissed the case against my client and he got to finish the process of naturalizing as a U.S. citizen.
These quotations are published on the firm's existing testimonials page. Reviews reflect individual experiences, not a guarantee of results.
“I've had the privilege of knowing Joel personally, and I can tell you without hesitation – he's exactly who you want in your corner when facing challenges.”
Steven BeckerPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“Joel put me at ease from the moment I got on the phone with him. He was cordial, professional, and cut right to the chase.”
Ben CurtisPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“Joel is an incredible lawyer and human. He took time to help me understand what was happening during a very stressful and weird situation.”
Dr. Charity LenhoffPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“Joel is truly dedicated to his clients, tirelessly working on their cases with a level of commitment that is both inspiring and reassuring.”
Shawn HellmanPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“His integrity with how he handled my case was exactly how I would’ve expected.”
Cris GomezPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“Joel came recommended, and was quite helpful during my phone call with him. He was professional, courteous, and willing to give me advice with my traffic citation.”
Tina Sorce-ZirnheldPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“I have been consistently impressed with Joel Chorny as a lawyer and a person. He is always willing to help, explains himself clearly, and is patient.”
Barbara SPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“Joel is a very well-versed defense attorney and I would recommend him without hesitation. Joel is compassionate, very easy to talk to, listens and communicates well.”
Jennie UhlmannPublished on the firm’s testimonials page
“I've had the privilege of knowing Joel personally, and I can tell you without hesitation – he's exactly who you want in your corner when facing challenges.”
“Joel put me at ease from the moment I got on the phone with him. He was cordial, professional, and cut right to the chase.”
“Joel is an incredible lawyer and human. He took time to help me understand what was happening during a very stressful and weird situation.”
“Joel is truly dedicated to his clients, tirelessly working on their cases with a level of commitment that is both inspiring and reassuring.”
“His integrity with how he handled my case was exactly how I would’ve expected.”
“Joel came recommended, and was quite helpful during my phone call with him. He was professional, courteous, and willing to give me advice with my traffic citation.”
“I have been consistently impressed with Joel Chorny as a lawyer and a person. He is always willing to help, explains himself clearly, and is patient.”
“Joel is a very well-versed defense attorney and I would recommend him without hesitation. Joel is compassionate, very easy to talk to, listens and communicates well.”
If you are facing a criminal allegation in Tucson or Pima County, contact the Law Office of Joel Chorny to discuss your situation and potential next steps.
General information only, not legal advice. Contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. Results in past matters do not predict future outcomes.
