Prescott Valley Criminal Law Blog
Minors allegedly consuming alcohol may face a DUI or citations
Arizona law operates under a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to underage drinking. As reported by The Arizona Republic, a law enforcement official may arrest and charge a minor with driving under the influence even when a breathalyzer test shows his or her blood...
Can fruit change my BAC test result?
In Arizona, officers use blood alcohol content (BAC) testing every day to find DUI drivers. These tests have a high level of accuracy. Still, you may have heard rumors that consuming certain things can result in a false positive for drunk driving. How true is this? ...
Officer arrested in Fort McDowell domestic dispute
Criminal accusations can bring with them heavy consequences. Those who face them in Prescott Valley may find some of the consequences to be immediate (even prior to having the chance to argue their cases in court), while others may come after criminal proceedings have...
Reading allegedly abusive texts may taint jury pool
In the eyes of the law, domestic violence in Arizona may not always involve physical acts of aggression against another person. A judge and jury may decide that alleged acts of emotional or psychological abuse also qualify. A 22-year-old student at Boston College in...
Arizona turns to training to crack down on sex trafficking
The Grand Canyon State is taking new steps to crack down on sex trafficking within its borders. News4 Tucson reported this summer that Arizona planned to train professionals in the tourism industry on how to recognize and handle potential cases of trafficking. The...
Understanding drug addiction as a disease
In many situations, a first-time drug offense can result in rehabilitation instead of jail. The reason for this accommodation is the harsh and possibly life-threatening effects that quitting drugs can have on a person. The physical and physiological effects of...
Lawmakers push for alcohol detection technology in autos
Ignition interlock devices have become the go-to DUI punishment/deterrent around the country, including in Arizona. The breathalyzer-type devices require a driver to provide a breath sample for testing before allowing the car to start. If the analysis shows blood...
For some, drug court an alternative to incarceration
An Arizona drug conviction can bring with it significant penalties, and depending on circumstances, you may have to spend some amount of time behind bars as a result of your drug crime. Craig Williams, Attorney at Law, PLLC, understands that, in some instances, drug...
Ariz. authorities arrest parents on narcotics charges
Fentanyl is an extremely strong opioid prescribed to treat severe pain. Because of its potency, fentanyl is often manufactured and/or sold illegally and used to induce euphoria. It is sometimes sold in combination with other illegal drugs, such as cocaine or heroin....
What rights do teenagers have?
Teenage children’s rights are not as well-known or understood as adult rights. They are entitled to legal representation and due process just like adults. In some cases, teens are tried as adults too. Yet, teenagers cannot smoke, drink alcohol or vote. What rights do...
