Author: My AZ Legal Team

felony murder rule

Does Arizona Follow the Felony Murder Rule?

Does Arizona Follow the Felony Murder Rule? One of the more controversial issues in criminal law has to do with something called the felony-murder rule. Under this rule, if someone dies while you’re in the middle of committing a felony, you can be charged with murder. It doesn’t matter whether you intended for anyone to […]
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underage dui in arizona

Underage DUI in Arizona

Underage DUI in Arizona For some reason, teenagers in Arizona thinks they can’t be charged with DUI. After all, if they aren’t old enough to drink, why would they get in trouble for drinking and driving? Many others assume that, as long as they don’t have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) f more than .08, […]
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What is Considered Stalking in Arizona?

What is Considered Stalking in Arizona? Criminal law in the U.S. is very complicated, and the rules vary across the different states. This complication is because the various U.S. states have different definitions and penalties for each offense. Stalking is one of the trickier areas of criminal law in Arizona. The meaning of and what […]
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Dealing with Theft Charges in Arizona

Dealing with Theft Charges in Arizona The Arizona Department of Public Safety, in its 2019 report, states that there were about 122,597 larceny thefts reported in the state that year. Of these, a total of 27,205 persons were arrested. Theft is a serious crime in Arizona and carries varying degrees of punishment upon conviction, including […]
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Different Types of Murder Charges in Arizona

Different Types of Murder Charges in Arizona A murder accusation is one of the most serious charges you can ever get. This is why it’s very important that you get a skilled and even an aggressive lawyer who will create a strong defense for you. Arizona has several classes of murder, including first- and second-degree […]
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Doctors Charged in Opioid Prescription Crisis

Doctors Charged in Opioid Prescription Crisis Common drug charges include trafficking, possession, and distribution or intent to distribute. With the opioid crisis in full swing police have an extra sharp eye out for any suspicious activity. This is led to a lot of people facing charges associated with the opioid crisis, but not all of […]
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Consequences of Harboring Illegal Aliens in Arizona

Consequences of Harboring Illegal Aliens in Arizona In 2019 a humanitarian worker with the No More Deaths organization Was tried for harboring and feeding illegal aliens. The man, Scott Warren, fed and provided medical treatment to two illegal immigrants and went on trial for felony charges of harboring illegal aliens, and conspiracy to transport illegal […]
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is threatening someone illegal in arizona

Is Threatening Someone Illegal in Arizona?

Is Threatening Someone Illegal in Arizona? While the current climate ensures that people feel the full repercussions for any statement they make either in public or online, is it possible to face charges? Threatening and intimidation can likely lead to criminal charges in varying degrees. It is a crime within Arizona to threaten or intimidate. […]
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