There are many reasons why it is beneficial for an individual who has been charged with a crime to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. While many people attempt to face the courts on their own, a criminal attorney can help lower penalties and avoid other repercussions. Here are some of the most notable reasons why an Arizona offender should retain a JacksonWhite criminal lawyer: 10. Help examining the prosecution’s evidence What most people without a lawyer don’t realize is that there are often loop holes in the evidence presented by the prosecution. While an inexperienced offender may not be
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10 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney in Arizona
27 December 2012 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Do I need an attorney?, DUI, Marijuana, Theft Crimes | No CommentsCriminal Damage in Arizona
21 August 2012 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Damage, Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Felony Crimes, Misdemeanor Crimes | No CommentsCriminal damage can happen for a number of different reasons under a variety of circumstances. Maybe the vending machine ate your last dollar, or maybe you were being artistic with spray paint. The Arizona Revised Statutes state that criminal damage occurs when someone recklessly damages or defaces the property of another person. Tampering with the property of a utility, parking your vehicle in a way that deprives livestock from obtaining water, and drawing on any surface other than the ground without the owner’s permission can get you arrested for criminal damage. Depending on the value of the property damaged, a
The Punishments of an Embezzlement Charge in Arizona
18 July 2012 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Embezzlement, embezzlement, Fraud, Theft Crimes, White Collar Crime | No CommentsEmbezzlement is considered a statutory offense, and the possible punishments associated with an embezzlement crime can vary. Depending on the circumstances involved in the case, a defendant can face jail time, probation, and/or fines if convicted of embezzlement. When a Phoenix embezzlement attorney is retained early on in the investigation process, it is possible to lessen the damaging effects of the charge or possibly even have the charge dropped altogether. By utilizing different defense strategies and tactics, there is a lot that can be done to lessen the severity of an employee theft crime. Professionals under suspicion of committing embezzlement
What is considered as an Internet Crime, and how are they punished in Arizona?
17 July 2012 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Internet Crimes | No CommentsInternet crimes can carry severe punishments in Arizona. While there are numerous crimes that can be committed with computers and networks, the following list contains some of the most frequent and serious types of Internet crimes: Identity Theft Spamming Credit Card Fraud Illegal Downloading Computer Hacking Cyber Stalking Computer Crimes Against a Child Internet Sex Crimes Internet Threats Generally speaking, Internet crimes usually involve one or more of the following elements: The crime directly targeted a computer network, device, or system. The crime was enabled through a computer network, device, or system where the primary target was independent of the
The Consequences of a Racketeering Charge in Arizona
13 July 2012 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Fraud, Racketeering, White Collar Crime | No CommentsIndividuals charged with racketeering can face strict punishments if convicted. Some of the maximum penalties for racketeering can include lengthy prison sentences of up to 20 years and massive fines. Oftentimes, individuals found guilty of racketeering are required to forfeit their business, personal holdings, and any monetary profit obtained through illegal activity. The offender can also be required to pay restitution or excessive damages to any victims of the offender’s illegal enterprises. The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, commonly known as RICO, was put in place by the federal government to discourage organized crime by increasing possible penalties and
How are Universities Allowed to Punish Criminally Convicted Students?
11 July 2012 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Offenses, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Drug Cases | No CommentsIn February, two 20-year-old students at UMass-Dartmouth were arrested for the possession of over $20,000 worth of drugs. When authorities searched the residence of Jason Cauley and Daniel Wharton, they found: 3.5 lbs. of marijuana 8 bottles of liquid THC A digital scale Drug paraphernalia 5 Alprazolam tablets (a drug that treats anxiety disorders) 35 grams of ecstasy $833.00 cash The two students are facing criminal charges and were additionally suspended from school. Both will be charged with possession of a Class D drug (marijuana) with conspiracy to violate drug laws, and Cauley will face charges for a Class B
Can Parental Rights be Taken Away because of a Domestic Violence Charge?
10 July 2012 by jacksonwhite | Child Abuse, Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Sentencing, Do I need an attorney?, Domestic Violence | No CommentsRecently, a 27-year-old mother in Lowell, MA was convicted of domestic violence after neighbors witnessed her punching her 10-year-old daughter in the face before dragging her up a flight of stairs by her ankles. The woman was evidently upset because her daughter had gone across the street to play in the neighbor’s yard. Her angry emotions caused her to pull her daughter home by her hair before “slapping her about the face and body.” After the 10-year-old was inside, she called 911 while hiding in her bedroom. Any domestic violence case is tragic, but cases involving child abuse are extremely
Peter Madoff Pleads Guilty to Criminal Charges in Connection to Brother’s Fraud
6 July 2012 by jacksonwhite | Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Law, Do I need an attorney?, Fraud, Ponzi Scheme, White Collar Crime | No CommentsThe intricate fraud scheme involving Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities was revealed in late 2008, after sole owner, Bernard Madoff admitted to a global Ponzi scheme that had been going on for decades, erasing approximately $65 billion from investors’ accounts. Bernard has presently completed his third year of his 150-year prison sentence and continues to claim that he acted alone. Despite Bernard’s claims, prosecutors have charged 13 defendants; Peter Madoff is the eighth to plead guilty. Peter began working for his brother’s brokerage firm in 1970 after he graduated from Fordham Law School. The brothers worked together to develop the
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