According the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) crime statistics and reports, there were approximately 26,311 arrests made for violent crimes reported in 2011. An estimated 7,127 of those involved Aggravated Assault charges, and many of those offenses involved use of a deadly weapon. These are extremely serious charges that if convicted,…
Road rage is prosecuted as a criminal offense in Arizona The National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) as driving that markedly exceeds the normal safety driving behaviors. It consists of driving that affects other motorists and their passengers and places them in unnecessary danger. Law enforcement agencies recognize it as driving…
Defending Domestic Violence Charges – Misdemeanor and Felony Common defenses for Misdemeanor Domestic Violence and Felony Domestic Violence charges are basically the same. However, since Felony Domestic Violence charges carry prison sentencing, (Misdemeanors do not) the level of defense that is most critical, if a person is convicted, is the…
Felony Assault v. Misdemeanor Assault charges in Mesa, AZ There are two main differences between Felony Assault charges and Misdemeanor Assault charges: Aggravated Factors – Circumstances which are involved in Aggravated assault that are not present in Misdemeanor assault. Assault charges will be raised from a Misdemeanor to a Felony if at…
“Understanding the strict Arizona Assault laws, is the first step to defending your charges. Being familiar with them, also contributes to prevention.” Misdemeanor Assault Laws in Arizona If you face any type of assault charge, you should consult a Chandler criminal defense attorney to discuss your charges and defense options.…
“The court has discretion over what your sentence will be within a wide range for felony assaults. So if your felony assault charges cannot be dismissed, the next step for your criminal defense attorney present mitigating factors in an effort to get your sentencing reduced.” Arizona Aggravated Assault Charges –…