{"id":20859,"date":"2023-02-27T10:43:08","date_gmt":"2023-02-27T17:43:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/?p=20859"},"modified":"2023-02-27T15:13:33","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T22:13:33","slug":"class-3-felony-arizona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/blog\/class-3-felony-arizona\/","title":{"rendered":"Class 3 Felony Crimes in Arizona"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction<\/h2>\n

Facing a felony for the first time or as a repeat offender can be daunting. You may not know what to expect or whether you will receive jail time. In Arizona, a class 3 felony is considered a serious charge that can have harsh penalties if convicted. Due to the seriousness of these situations, it is important to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to better understand your rights and obtain strong representation. L<\/p>\n

earn more about class 3 felonies in Arizona, the penalties you could face if convicted, and why you should contact JacksonWhite Attorneys at Law for help.<\/p>\n

What Is a Class 3 Felony in Arizona?<\/h2>\n

In Arizona, felony crimes are divided into six categories ranging from class 1 to class 6. Felonies are more serious than misdemeanors and often come with larger fines and possible jail or prison time. Receiving a felony conviction also results in a defendant losing their right to bear arms and vote.<\/p>\n

A class 3 felony is the third most serious type of criminal offense in Arizona. If convicted, a defendant may face one of five sentences: a mitigating, presumptive, minimum, maximum, or aggravating sentence.<\/p>\n

Minimum, maximum, and presumptive represent \u201cstandard\u201d sentencing ranges. A judge could also impose a mitigated or aggravated sentence if certain circumstances exist, such as if a defendant is young or had minimal participation in the crime. An enhanced sentence may be given to a defendant who has a record of prior felonies.<\/p>\n

Examples of a Class 3 Felony in Arizona<\/h2>\n

Class 3 felonies in Arizona can be categorized into two main groups: dangerous and non-dangerous offenses. Many different types of crimes can become a class 3 felony, as opposed to a different class of felony, based on the circumstances of the case. There are more than 40 different crimes that fall under class 3 felonies in Arizona. Some of the most common include:<\/p>\n