Arizona criminal defense
Guides
Short, plain-English explainers for people facing charges in the Phoenix Valley. These are general guides — not legal advice for your specific case.
Arizona Felony Redesignation (HB 2749)
When a court may reduce a class 4–6 felony to a class 1 misdemeanor, who qualifies, and why 2028 matters.
Lending a Car Without an Ignition Interlock (HB 2800)
How knowingly lending a non-interlock car to a restricted driver can become a class 6 felony after a serious crash.
Lane Splitting vs Lane Filtering (HB 2941)
When Arizona motorcycle filtering is still legal, and when same-lane or between-lane riding is reckless driving.
How to Choose a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Phoenix
Five questions to ask, red flags to avoid, and a short Valley checklist.
First-DUI Jail Time & Psychotherapy
How Arizona’s 10-day first-DUI jail minimum works, and when court-ordered evidence-based psychotherapy can matter.
Should I Talk to the Police?
Why “just explaining” is risky — and what you can say instead.
Your First Court Date in Arizona
What to expect, what to bring, and why showing up matters.
What To Do After a DUI Arrest
License, paperwork, and early steps that often matter most.
Arizona Set-Aside vs Record Sealing
Plain-English differences — and where limited marijuana expungement fits.
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