Arizona has severe penalties for domestic violence offenses. If a court convicts you of this crime, it can significantly affect your life. It is vital to understand the charges you face, the laws in your state and your potential defense options to protect your rights,...
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What is first-degree murder?
Murder or homicide charges can come in different degrees. The most severe charge is first-degree murder. According to the Arizona State Legislature, a first-degree murder charge could carry a sentence of life in prison or could result in the death penalty. Because of...
How credible is eyewitness testimony?
In TV and the movies, eyewitness testimony is often what moves a case in a particular direction. For this reason, you might think that eyewitness testimony is one of the most convincing forms of evidence out there. However, this is not necessarily true. If you are...
How does Arizona law define first-degree murder?
As one of 27 states with a death penalty statute, Arizona takes a strong stand against murder, especially first-degree murder. If you find yourself convicted of this most serious type of homicide, FindLaw explains the penalties for this class 1 felony include life in...
Dealing with false domestic violence allegations
If you are facing domestic violence accusations, your future is at stake. These allegations have the potential to disrupt your life in many ways, whether you worry about your ability to see your kids or find work in a particular field. Unfortunately, some people find...
What do you know about the signs of anger issues?
After Arizona law enforcement arrested you for a violent crime, you did some soul searching to understand what led to your actions. Could you have an undiagnosed anger issue? WebMD explains the internal and external struggles those with anger issues face....
What should you know about plea bargains?
Plea bargains have a somewhat mixed reputation. Some think they take advantage of people in desperate situations, while others believe they allow criminals to escape without facing proper consequences. On top of that, not every plea bargain provides equally for every...
The impact of false allegations of domestic violence
If you are dealing with allegations of domestic violence, you need to understand the many different ways in which the outcome of this case could affect your life. If you cannot secure a favorable end result in court, you could face repercussions with respect to your...
