The criminal defense lawyers at JacksonWhite Law have more than ten years of experience defending clients in the greater Phoenix area. We’ve helped clients receive reduced penalties, dismissed charges and flexible legal results that make it easier to move on after your case. View the recent case results below to get a better idea of how our criminal defense attorneys provide first-class service to their clients.
To schedule your free case review, call us today at (480) 467-4370.
Recent DUI Case Results
In Arizona, DUIs are a common offense – there were nearly 30,000 DUI arrests in 2013 alone. But although DUIs are common, they still hold severe penalties.
First-time DUIs can include 10 days to six months in jail, license suspension, probation, ignition interlock installation, and over $3,000 in fines and surcharges. Repeat offenders can face even harsher consequences.
At JacksonWhite Law, we’ve helped many DUI clients avoid the maximum penalties in their cases.
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Recent Extreme DUI Case Results
Extreme DUIs typically come with 30 days in jail, 90-day driver’s license suspension, a maximum of five years probation, ignition interlock installation and over $3,000 in fines.
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Recent Possession of Marijuana Case Results
The charges and penalties for possession of marijuana in Arizona depend largely on the amount found. If the amount is large enough, the offender may be charged with possession with intent to sell.
Possession of marijuana, regardless of the amount, is a felony charge in Arizona and comes with severe penalties that include one to five years in prison.
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Recent Drug Possession and Transportation Case Results
We’ve worked with clients facing all types of drug charges, including possession of narcotics, possession of a dangerous drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and transportation of narcotics.
Possession of a narcotic drug is typically charged as a class 4 felony in Arizona, which comes with a maximum three-year prison sentence for first-time offenders.
Drug paraphernalia can include pipes, bongs and other objects or kits created for using drugs. Anyone found possessing drug paraphernalia in Arizona can be charged with a class 6 felony, which comes with up to 1.5 years in prison.
Depending on which illegal substances are involved, transporting drugs can be charged as a class 2, 3 or 6 felony in Arizona, with maximum prison sentences ranging from 1.5 to 10 years.
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Recent Juvenile Crimes Case Results
Depending on the severity of the offense, a juvenile can be charged in adult court and can face the same penalties as an adult offender (aside from the death penalty with a first-degree murder charge).
Penalties for juvenile crimes in Arizona can include juvenile detention, adult jail or prison, probation, a permanent criminal record and significant fines.
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Recent Domestic Violence Case Results
Domestic violence charges can result from a variety of situations, but the offense is defined by the relationship between the defendant and the victim.
Situations which may result in domestic violence charges include assault, rape, stalking, harassment, threatening and intimidation, and related offenses.
Depending on the circumstances, domestic violence can be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona, or in some cases, a defendant may multiple charges. Penalties for domestic violence vary greatly in Arizona, but often include prison time.
Unlike in other states, Arizona prosecutors can choose to charge an offender with domestic violence regardless of whether or not the victim wishes to pursue charges.
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Recent Disorderly Conduct Case Results
Disorderly conduct is typically charged as either a class 1 misdemeanor or a class 6 felony in Arizona, depending on the circumstances of the case.
Class 1 misdemeanors can include up to six months in jail, and a class 6 felony can include up to 1.5 years in prison.
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Recent Child Abuse and Endangerment Case Results
Child abuse is an extremely serious offense in Arizona, and depending on the circumstances, it can be charged as a class 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 felony.
The penalties associated with child abuse can range from 2 to 12.5 years in prison for first-time offenders, in addition to hefty fines and probation requirements.
Endangerment is typically charged as a class 1 misdemeanor in Arizona, unless substantial risk of imminent death is involved, in which case it is charged as a class 6 felony.
A class 1 misdemeanor comes with a maximum of six months in jail, while a class 6 felony comes with a maximum of 1.5 years in prison.
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Recent Assault and Aggravated Assault Case Results
Depending on the circumstances of the offense, assault is typically charged as a class 1 misdemeanor, which can come with six months in jail, a $2,500 fine, and three years of probation.
Aggravated assault can be charged as a class 6, 5, 3 or 2 felony, with maximum penalties ranging from 1.5 – 10 years in prison and additional heavy fines.
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Recent Sex Crimes Case Results
In addition to imprisonment and fines, sex crimes may come with required sex offender registration for the remainder of the offender’s life. This can impact employment, place of residence, educational opportunities, and much more.
The sex crimes lawyers at JacksonWhite will work to decrease your charge to a non-sexual related offense to avoid this registration requirement.
Common sex crimes in Arizona include indecent exposure, molestation of a child, and prostitution. View our recent case results for these offenses below.
Depending upon whether or not a child was exposed to the offender’s indecency, indecent exposure can be charged as either a class 1 misdemeanor or a class 6 felony in Arizona.The maximum penalty for indecent exposure is two years in prison in AZ.
Molestation of a child is an extremely serious offense in Arizona, and can come with a maximum 24-year prison sentence for a first offense, in addition to exorbitant fines and lifetime sex offender registration.
Prostitution typically comes with jail time in Arizona, even for a first offense. Furthermore, depending on whether its a first offense or not, exorbitant fines may also be imposed.
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Recent Shoplifting Case Results
Shoplifting can be charged in Arizona if a person takes something from an establishment without paying for it. Shoplifting is a felony in Arizona, ranging from class 6 to class 4.
Penalties include substantial fines, as well as jail or prison time.
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Recent Theft Case Results
A theft charge can result from a variety of situations, but typically an individual is charged with theft in Arizona if they intentionally deprive another person of that person’s property.
The penalties associated with theft depend largely on the monetary amount of the item stolen, but charges can range between a class 1 misdemeanor to a class 2 felony, with imprisonment ranging from 6 months in jail to 12.5 years in prison. Large fines may also be imposed.
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Recent Burglary Case Results
Burglary is a theft crime that involves entering another person’s property to commit a theft. This can include breaking into a car or a fenced area.
Burglary is charged in either the first, second, or third degree in Arizona, with first-degree burglary being the most severe charge.
An offender accused of burglary will face a class 2, 3 or 4 felony charge depending on the circumstances of the case. Prison sentences can range from 3.75 to 12.5 years for burglary in Arizona.
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Recent Fraud Crimes Case Results
Fraud crimes include offenses like unemployment fraud, fraudulent schemes, forgery and fraudulent use of a credit card. Learn more about these crimes and our recent case results below.
Unemployment fraud typically comes with one year in prison, $150,000 fine per count, and a class 6 felony charge. Fraudulent schemes is typically charged as class 2 felony in Arizona and can come with 12.5 years in prison.
Forgery is typically charged as class 4 felony in AZ and can come with three years in prison per offense, in addition to large fines and probation.
AHCCCS Fraud
The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) is Arizona’s Medicaid program that offers healthcare to Arizona residents who fall within a certain income or meet other requirements. You can be charged with AHCCCS fraud in Arizona if you are guilty of receiving overpayments, falsifying claims, and many more.
Penalties for AHCCCS fraud in Arizona can include significant fines—possibly over $10,000 per charge—and jail or prison time.
Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card
Charges for fraudulent use of a credit depend upon the value of the items obtained through use of the credit card. Fraudulent use of a credit card is a class 1 misdemeanor in Arizona, unless the value of the items obtained reaches anywhere from $250-$1,000, in which case it is charged as a class 6 felony. If the value is $1,000 or more, it is charged as a class 5 felony.
It is important to remember that fraudulent use of a credit card is a separate charge from theft of a credit card; furthermore, you may also face identity theft charges if found in possession of another person’s credit card without their permission.
Penalties for fraudulent use of a credit card can range from six months in jail to two years in prison for a first offense.
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Recent Minor in Consumption Case Results
Anyone under the age of 21 found to be under the influence of alcohol can be charged with minor in consumption in Arizona.
Penalties for this offense in Arizona can include alcohol education or addiction programs, probation, and community service, in addition to a criminal record.
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Recent Criminal Trespass Case Results
Depending on the circumstances of the offense, criminal trespass can be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor. A class 1 misdemeanor can come with six months in jail and a $2,500 fine. A class 6 felony charge can come with 18 months in jail and a $150,000 fine.
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Recent Criminal Damage Case Results
Charges for criminal damage depend largely on the monetary amount of the property damage incurred by the offender. In Arizona, criminal damage can range from a class 2 misdemeanor to a class 4 felony, with maximum sentences ranging from four months to seven years imprisonment.
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Recent Traffic Violation Case Results
In most circumstances, criminal speeding is charged as a class 3 misdemeanor in Arizona, and can come with up to 30 days in jail and a fine of $500. However, if you were arrested, you may have to pay to retrieve your car from an impound lot, and your license may be suspended.
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Results disclaimer: Each case and client is unique and results are not guaranteed or predictive of other cases. Please contact us if you have questions about our recent case results.