Under Arizona law, the crime of theft occurs by the commission of seven different types of acts that affect the property rights of others. These acts include taking property with the intent to deprive the owner, making misrepresentations to get someone's property away...
What are the types of drug crimes in Arizona?
Drugs are a serious problem for law enforcement and society at large. A criminal drug charge can significantly impact a person's life. Arizona law has different classifications depending on the type of drug and makes several acts related to drugs illegal. Dangerous...
The difference between Extreme and Aggravated DUI
Driving with drugs or alcohol in your system is illegal. If arrested, you could face serious penalties for DUI, which can include jail time, loss of driving privileges and hefty fines. The penalties for DUI depend on your blood alcohol concentration level and the...
When should you discuss criminal convictions during job searches?
You feel excited about having a job interview, but you cannot help but worry about your criminal charge. You do not want to conceal the charge, but you also do not want it to take away from your professional accomplishments and skills. Chron offers advice for speaking...
Can you refuse a breath analysis test?
When an officer asks you to take a breath analysis test, you may feel like it is within your rights to refuse. But is it really? It may surprise you to hear the answer: you can refuse, but you do so at a steep cost. What exactly is the cost of refusal? Can you afford...
Common factors that affect blood alcohol content
Getting arrested and convicted for drinking and driving is a serious crime that can impact your life financially and professionally. Some of the penalties for DUI include jail time, fines, community service and loss of driving privileges. According to the Arizona...
Can you incriminate yourself when officers are not present?
If officers have probable cause to believe you have committed a crime, there is a good chance you may find yourself in handcuffs. Before conducting a custodial interrogation, which is police questioning when you are not free to leave, officers must advise you of your...
The mental health needs of juvenile offenders
As a parent, you want to provide your child with a beneficial future. But if your child gets charged with a crime, you may worry about your child’s future and if he or she struggles with a mental health issue. According to the National Conference of State...
What are your gun rights if you are convicted of domestic violence?
Facing a conviction of domestic violence can upend your entire life. You may worry that you will lose all of your rights should you end up with a sentence. Figuring out how to go forward is challenging, especially if you have to deal with a potential restraining order...
Do recruiters have the right to ask about your criminal record?
You face charges of assault, but still want to continue your job search. Do hiring managers have the right to ask you about your criminal history during an interview? Chron shines the light on your rights as an applicant and employer rights regarding the matter....
