Facing any charges related to intoxicated driving can have a lasting impact on your life both in the short and long term. Sometimes, you may feel invulnerable due to your age, especially without a previous history of conviction. But just one wrong move can change...
Female juvenile offenders and the criminal justice system
When you think about the term “youthful offender” you probably picture a troubled teenaged boy with an anger problem. However, court dockets across the country are full of cases involving not just boys and young men, but also girls and young women. Social and personal...
How does Arizona define assault?
Arizona law defines assault as the attempt to injure another person or the threat to do so. As FindLaw explains, Arizona breaks ordinary assault into three classes. In order to convict you, the prosecutor must prove that you did the following: Class 1 – Knowingly,...
What are the DUI penalties in Arizona?
According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the state takes driving under the influence (DUI) very seriously. As a result, all motorists should understand the laws surrounding intoxicated driving. You should also know the exact penalties that await should...
