It's not clear why you a fake to get through the airport, but I wouldn't go into any detail here about the alleged crime. If this is your first offense, you will likely have an automatic plea to a reduced charge and something less than a class 4 felony. If you have priors or are not... View More

Assuming you mean criminal charges, it would depend if it was a felony or misdemeanor. The statute of limitations on a misdemeanor is one year; the statute on a felony is 7 years. If there was a weapon involved or serious injury it would be filed as a felony; however, usually if the police are... View More

As long as you follow release conditions, you should not lose your secured appearance bond. If you were out on release for some other offense and commit a new offense, you may lose your bond, but it is more likely that either nothing will come of it or you will have a change in your release... View More

The short answer is maybe, maybe not. Defendants do not have a right to a plea agreement and when one expires it is usually solely within the prosecutor's discretion to re extend it. However, my personally experience is that if the prosecutor has not done too much extra work yet and trial is... View More

The maximum sentence for solicitation to possess narcotic drugs (personal use class 6 felony) is two years, unless the defendant is eligible for mandatory probation under A.R.S. 13-901.01. This assumes the defendant has no prior felony convictions, in which case the max is extremely unlikely.... View More

That is a tough question. My advice would be to contact a defense lawyer in your area to see what the facts are about your warrant. Obviously it would be best to quash the warrant. In most cases that would not be too difficult. Alternatively you could have an attorney call your local authorities... View More

Your question is not very clear but make sure you don't let the statute of limitations run on your 1983 claim. Contact a civil plaintiff attorney ASAP for more answers. Suits against the state have strict time limitations, some but probably not all have already lapsed in your case.

Good question. Ordinarily, you would be correct: co defendants in criminal cases are often held jointly and several liable for the direct loss sustained by a victim of their crime or crimes. However, depending upon your jurisdiction the judge could order a more specific sum to each party depending... View More

This is a really interesting question. The fact is that genes are not considered, unless the defect causes an individual an inability to discern right from wrong. Shoud it be considered is a different question. However, this seems more like a question of opinion than law. In AZ guilty except insane... View More

A person who operates a motor vehicle in violation of a restriction is guilty of a class two misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to four months in jail and fines. Don't expect this result, though it is possible, as is a re suspension f your license. As your lawyer I would be curios to know... View More

Innedfectuve assistance is something that would be raised either on appeal or through rule 32 post conviction relief. It is not usually raised during proceedings. However, if you want a change of counsel you'll need to file that request in writing with the judge and usually the judge will be... View More

Generally anyone convicted of a sexual offense will have two different requirements: to follow terms of sex offender probation and to register. Sex offender probation carries restrictions about where he can be, proximity to minors, computer restrictions, psycho sexual evaluations and more. I hope... View More

You have to go to your local police, but the question is not clear. Feel free to contact my office before taking any steps. If you are referring to failure to register, that is a class four felony. Please seek out specific advice from a licensed attorney.

The answer to this question really depends upon whether or not the defendant has prior history and the age of the victim. Being drunk is not a defense to the mental element of a crime in Arizona. Because of the severity of the potential penalty please consult an attorney in person so more specifics... View More

Yes absolutely. Prohibited possessor is a legal term in Arizona. The charge is Misconduct Involving Weapons, and it too is a class four felony. If convicted at trial while still on probation the minimum term is 4.5 years.

See if you can get an order from the judge in your case to release the property. You'll have to have your lawyer talk to the prosecutor and draft a Motion and Proposed Order.

Generally restitution is not dischargeable, in bankruptcy or otherwise. I would call the court and see if you owe anything. If they say yes, then I'd say you're on the hook.

If your charge is and remains a misdemeanor, you are likely going to be able to serve any time in the tents, if not a portion in home detention. Prior DUIs are only priors for 84 months, so speak with a lawyer to determine if in fact your are eligible for the minimums, which are as little as 10... View More

The police do need a warrant, but be very careful, because should you refuse a chemical test and a warrant is obtained, you are subject to a mandatory one year suspension of your driving privileges, at least in AZ. Visit our firm at dbphoenixcriminallawer.com for more information.