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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Felony DUI Charges: Find out why you were charged with a Felony DUI instead of a Misdemeanor DUI, and how to defend your charges.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

If you have been arrested for felony DUI in Arizona, you will need to consult a Phoenix DUI lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your charges and defense. A felony DUI in Phoenix exposes you to severe penalties and sentencing if convicted including prison time. You will need an experienced Arizona DUI lawyer who…

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“Probable Cause” for Arrest: If police did not have “probable cause” to arrest you, then the arrest was unlawful.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

“No Probable Cause to Arrest” If the Phoenix police did not have “probable Cause to Arrest” the arrest was unlawful. An illegal arrest can lead to a dismissal of your Criminal or DUI charges If you are arrested in Phoenix AZ for a DUI or Criminal charge, an experienced Phoenix DUI or Criminal Defense Attorney…

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Felony Charges: Felony charges will expose you to harsh Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines. Find out why you should not plead guilty without qualified legal representation.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

AZ Felony Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines Despite AZ “Mandatory Sentencing” Laws, a good AZ criminal defense lawyer may still be able to get your Tempe felony or Tempe DUI charges dismissed. If that is not possible they will labor to get a reduction in charges from a felony subject to “Mandatory Sentencing Guideline down to a…

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Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines: Types of felony charges that will expose a defendant to Mandatory Sentencing that includes lengthy prison terms.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

AZ Felony Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines Arizona’s adopted “Mandatory Sentencing” guidelines for serious felonies. Here’s how the best AZ criminal defense lawyers may still be able to get your felony charges partially or completely dismissed. In alternative they may be able to fight for a reduction in charges to a “Standard Felony” or even a misdemeanor.…

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Robbery Laws: Definition of Robbery, and sentencing considerations if convicted.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

You can gain control of your life again for a fresh start by hiring a good criminal defense attorney who defends cases in Scottsdale AZ. In Arizona robbery is considered a Class 4 Felony under Code A.R.S. 13-1902 of Arizona Criminal Law. If you were arrested for robbery in Scottsdale, AZ should consult good AZ…

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Release Conditions: How to get harsh criminal release conditions modified.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

How Top Rated Mesa AZ Criminal Defense Attorneys Get Your Release Conditions Modified (Pre-trial) After your Mesa AZ DUI or Criminal arrest and detention you will be required to have an initial appearance before the Mesa AZ Court Judge. The judge will read you your rights, formal charges, and advise you of your pre-trial release…

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DUI Blood Tests: How defend your DUI charges by challenging DUI blood test results
The Law Office of James Novak Team

10 Ways AZ DUI Lawyers Defend Blood Alcohol Tests In same DUI cases, blood alcohol test results can be challenged, and lead to a total dismissal of your Tempe DUI charges. If you were arrested for a Tempe DUI, based on your BAC results that factor alone does not mean you will be “convicted”. In…

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Drunk Driving Charges: How to challenge Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) results
The Law Office of James Novak Team

10 Ways Scottsdale Attorneys Challenge Blood Alcohol Tests In same cases your blood test results can lead to a dismissal of your Scottsdale DUI charges. If you were arrested for a Scottsdale DUI, based on your BAC results that evidence alone does not mean you will be convicted. In fact, some Scottsdale DUI attorneys may…

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Mandatory Sentencing Laws: Types of felony charges that are subject to harsh Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

AZ Felony Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines Despite Arizona’s “Mandatory Sentencing” laws and guidelines for certain felonies a good AZ criminal defense lawyer may still be able to get your felony charges partially or completely dismissed. In alternative they may be able to fight for a reduction in charges to a “Standard Felony” or even a misdemeanor.…

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Felony Convictions: Crimes Subject to Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines
The Law Office of James Novak Team

AZ Felony Mandatory Sentencing Guidelines Even for Arizona’s “Mandatory Sentencing” laws and guidelines for certain felonies, a good AZ criminal defense lawyer may still be able to get your felony charges partially or completely dismissed. In alternative they may be able to fight for a reduction in charges to a “Standard Felony” or even a…

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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Prop 207 Doesn’t Cover Giving Marijuana to a Minor Last updated July 30, 2026 · Reviewed by James Novak Arizona’s Court of Appeals has confirmed that Proposition 207’s lighter penalties...

Arizona Fentanyl Trafficking Penalties After HB 2132’s Lower Threshold Arizona fentanyl trafficking penalties reach more people in 2026 than they did a year ago. In April 2026, the state signed House Bill 2132 into law...

Can Police Stop You for Driving in the Middle Lane in Arizona? Yes — under a November 28, 2025 ruling from the Arizona Supreme Court, an officer can lawfully stop you for staying in the middle lane on a Maricopa...

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