Archive for the ‘Felony Crimes’ Category

Criminal Littering and Polluting in Arizona

2 May 2012 by admin  |  Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Littering and Polluting, Criminal Offenses, Criminal Sentencing, Felony Crimes  |  No Comments

Litter bugs take note – ARS 12-1603 states that it is possible for you to be accused of criminal littering or polluting in the state of Arizona if without lawful authority you unlawfully:

- Throw, place, drop or permit the dropping of, on public property or property belonging to another person, any litter destructive or injurious material of which you do not immediately remove;

- Release or permit the release of any sewage, oil products or other harmful substances into the water or shorelines within the state; or

- Dump earth, soil, stones, ores or minerals on any land/area.

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Criminal Damage in Arizona

1 May 2012 by admin  |  Criminal Damage, Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Offenses, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Felony Crimes, Misdemeanor Crimes  |  No Comments

According to ARS 13-1602, a person commits criminal damage if they recklessly:

- Deface or damage property belonging to another person;

- Tamper with another person’s property in a way that substantially impairs that property’s function/value;

- Tamper or damage the property of a utility; or

- Draw or inscribe any type of message, slogan, sign or symbol on any public or private building, structure or surface, except the ground, without first obtaining permission from the owner.

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Misdemeanor and Felony Domestic Violence in Arizona

23 April 2012 by admin  |  Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Felony Crimes, Misdemeanor Crimes  |  No Comments

Domestic violence is a crime that can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances involved in the case. Individuals facing criminal charges for felony domestic violence in Arizona can face significant jail or prison time, and those accused of misdemeanor domestic violence can face large fines, probation, counseling requirements or short jail sentences if convicted. Under Arizona law, domestic violence is defined as the use of physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, or monetary abuse by a partner or family member in order to exert authority over another individual. Even if a violent act resulted in little to no injury, an offender can still be arrested and charged with domestic violence in Arizona.

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Defrauding a Secured Creditor in Arizona

11 January 2012 by admin  |  Criminal Defense Law, Felony Crimes, Fraud, Theft Crimes  |  No Comments

Before you start loading up that U-HAUL with items from your foreclosed home, make sure you know the difference between items that you can and cannot take with you. Removing essential items or secured appliances – such as air conditioning units, water heaters, interior doors, toilets, sinks, cabinetry, countertops, and even dishwashers – can get you in a whole lot of trouble with the law. In the state of Arizona, a person can face criminal charges for defrauding secured creditors if they knowingly engage in fraudulent activity with property subject to a security interest with intent to hinder or prevent the enforcement of that interest. Basically, this means that removing those new ceiling fans or any other item that is affixed to a foreclosed home, is off limits. And if you do start deconstructing your home and taking any of these items, you might be accused of trying to defraud a secured creditor – a class 6 felony according to Arizona law A.R.S. 13-2204.

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Accusations of Arizona Fraud, Forgery, Schemes and Scams

3 January 2012 by admin  |  Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Felony Crimes, Forgery, Fraud, Internet Crimes, Misdemeanor Crimes  |  No Comments

Fraud, forgery, schemes and scams are some of the most common types of crimes committed in the Phoenix metro area. Suspects can face these types of charges for engaging in fraudulent activity either online or offline, in stores or over the Internet. With the recent increase in Internet activity and shopping as a result of the recent holiday, acts of criminal fraud and forgery acts have also been known to increase. As such, it is important to understand the types of charges associated with different theft crimes and white collar crimes in Arizona.

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Suffering Foreclosure in Arizona? Think Twice Before Taking Your Fixtures

4 November 2011 by admin  |  Criminal Damage, Criminal Defense Law, Felony Crimes  |  No Comments

While the issues around secured creditors and mortgages are complex, the sad truth is most homes have mortgages in which the bank is a secured creditor. Removal of fixtures can be prosecuted under the Arizona criminal code with the theory that the removal of the fixtures causes devaluation of the home, thus hindering or preventing the sale of the home for its maximum value on the market.

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What are the penalties for criminal trespass in Chandler, AZ?

13 May 2011 by admin  |  Criminal Defense Law, Felony Crimes, Misdemeanor Crimes  |  No Comments

Those accused of criminal trespass in Chandler, Arizona can be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. The severity of a criminal trespassing charge depends on the circumstances and the gravity of the case. Under Arizona law, you could potentially face harsh penalties for criminal trespassing. Punishments for criminal trespass in Arizona may include probation and jail. If the offense is charged as a felony, prison time might even be included as punishment. While unlawfully entering or remaining on someone else’s property may not seem like a big deal, it can quickly become a very serious offense. Those charged with

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First time possession in Arizona

4 April 2011 by admin  |  Criminal Defense Law, Felony Crimes  |  No Comments

First time possession in Arizona is a serious felony offense. Anytime drugs are found in a vehicle or an apartment, everyone present is a potential defendant for the charge of possession.  You may get charged because someone there told the police that you brought the drugs with you.  Or you may be physically closest to the drugs.  The prosecutor must prove that you knowingly possessed an unlawful substance.  In order to prove knowingly, he must show at a minimum some nexus between you and the drugs.  Possession cases in Arizona are usually filled with search and seizure issues which can

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