Law enforcement officials in Arizona will be on the lookout for those who they think are committing a sex crime. Being labeled a "prostitute" or being accused of patronizing a prostitute can have a serious effect on a person's personal and professional life....
When a youthful indiscretion leads to accusations of sex crimes
Sometimes a teenager unintentionally bends the rules without truly understand that what they are doing is illegal. Moreover, teenagers are at a stage where they will start experimenting sexually. The combination of these two things, however, could lead to charges of...
Arizona Supreme Court issues ruling on sex crimes and bail
Some may argue that sex crimes are some of the most reprehensible crimes a person can commit. For this reason, those accused of committing a sex crime may find that not only is their freedom on the line, but also that the mere accusation has negatively affected their...
Fighting against false allegations of sex crimes in Arizona
The issue of sexual harassment and assault is making headlines more often these days. Unfortunately, some people in Arizona will find themselves falsely accused of a sex crime. This is a serious situation as even false allegations can tarnish a person's reputation in...
‘Smallville’ actress accused of sex crimes
Anytime a person is accused of doing something illegal, these accusations will have a negative effect on that person's life. However, allegations of sex crimes can be especially detrimental to a person's professional and personal reputation, even if such charges are...
Arizona House passes sexual misconduct legislation
These days, more and more people are alleging they have been the victim of sexual misconduct in the workplace. Such allegations are very serious, as they can majorly affect the life of the accused even if the allegations are eventually found to be unsubstantiated or...
When will one’s name be placed on the sex offender registry?
No one wants their reputation left in tatters after being accused of a crime. Unfortunately, in Arizona, people convicted of certain sex crimes must register as a sex offender. Residents of Prescott Valley may be surprised to learn the scope of crimes that fall under...
Man charged with sex crimes based on test of old rape kit
Allegations of sexual assault are very serious. Sometimes, a person is charged with a sex crime soon after the alleged acts occur. However, other times over 10 years can pass between the alleged act and the criminal charges. An Arizona man who is now 28-years-old is...
Can a sex crime conviction affect where one can live?
Sex crimes carry significant penalties, some of which last even after a person has served their time in prison. When a person in Arizona commits certain sex crimes against children, not only may they have to register as a sex offender, but it could even affect where...
Sex crime charges dropped against ex University of Arizona dean
Being accused of rape can be incredibly damaging on a personal and professional level. Due to the serious nature of the crime, it is of the utmost importance that the accused's constitutional rights are upheld every step of the way. A former pharmacy dean for the...