Feb 20, 2026 | Criminal Defense, Gun Laws
Firearm laws in Arizona often surprise people who assume gun ownership rules are simple or uniform. While Arizona is known for broad gun rights, state law places strict limits on who may carry a firearm and under what circumstances. Many people facing gun charges never expected their situation to result in criminal charges, especially when the issue involves a past conviction, a court order, or a misunderstanding about firearm possession.
Feb 3, 2026 | Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes
People across Arizona are encountering narcotic drug charges more often than ever, especially in cases involving fentanyl. When an officer claims you possessed a narcotic drug, the situation can feel confusing because the law separates simple possession from transportation, possession for sale, and other conduct that leads to significantly harsher outcomes. Each version of the offense is handled under ARS § 13-3408, which governs the manufacture, possession, sale, and transportation of a narcotic drug in Arizona.
Jan 6, 2026 | Criminal Defense, Assault, Domestic Violence
Domestic violence cases involving strangulation move quickly through the Arizona court system. When police hear that someone placed their hands near the throat or attempted to impede breathing, they often treat the situation as a potential felony rather than a simple assault. Many clients are shocked to learn that a heated argument, brief physical contact, or misunderstood action can lead to aggravated assault accusations and a domestic violence charge in Arizona.
Nov 7, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Filing a police report is one of the main ways people seek help when they believe a crime has been committed. But when someone knowingly gives false information to a law enforcement agency, the consequences can be severe. In Arizona, making a false police report is more than just a bad decision — it is a criminal offense under A.R.S. § 13-2907.01, and it can lead to jail time, probation, fines, and a permanent criminal record.
Nov 6, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Filing a police report is one of the main ways people seek help when they believe a crime has been committed. But when someone knowingly gives false information to a law enforcement agency, the consequences can be severe. In Arizona, making a false police report is more than just a bad decision — it is a criminal offense under A.R.S. § 13-2907.01, and it can lead to jail time, probation, fines, and a permanent criminal record.
