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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Resisting Arrest Laws: By law, you may be charged with resisting arrest, even if the arrest by police itself is not lawful
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Tempe Criminal Defense | Criminal Rights Resisting Arrest Charges in Tempe AZ Resisting arrest charges often are coupled with other violations at the same time. If you were arrested or face resisting arrest charges in Tempe AZ, you should consult an experienced criminal defense attorney who defends these types of cases frequently in Tempe Arizona…

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“What happens after an arrest?”
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Mesa Arrest | Criminal Rights A good Mesa criminal defense or Mesa DUI Lawyer will be your voice in the criminal justice system. They will make sure your Constitutional Rights are not violated. They will build a solid and effective defense on your behalf. Top criminal Attorneys will press compelling arguments in your defense to…

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Arrested for DUI: What to expect after your arrest, and your rights in the criminal justice process
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Phoenix Arrest | Criminal Rights You have protected rights both under Federal and Arizona State constitutions. A good Arizona criminal attorney will make sure your rights remain protected through the criminal justice system. The best criminal lawyers know how to use these rights to protect your freedom and strengthen your defense. Arizona has some of…

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Types of pre-trial release conditions; and factors the judge considers to determine what they will be
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How Good Chandler AZ Criminal Defense Attorneys Get Your Release Conditions Modified (Pre-trial) After your Chandler DUI or Criminal arrest and detention you will be required to have an initial appearance before the Chandler Court Judge. The Chandler judge will read you your rights, formal charges, and advise you of your pre-trial release conditions. The…

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Arizona DUI Defense Tips: 7 Things to Avoid
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By: James Novak, Phoenix DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyer Arizona DUI charges are very serious. Good DUI attorneys in Arizona will give you the same or similar advice about things you should not do to preserve your defenses. Here are some things to avoid so that you will not harm your case or defenses: 1)…

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How to Challenge DUI Breath Test Results
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ONE DEFENSE STRATEGY TOP PHOENIX AZ DUI LAWYERS USE – BUT PROSECUTORS DON’T WANT YOU TO KNOW Phoenix DUI Charges If you were charged or arrested Phoenix Arizona for DUI it is important that you consult a Phoenix criminal attorney or Phoenix DUI lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your charges and defense options.…

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AZ MEDICAL MARIJUANA NEWS
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10 Things People Are Talking About Article by: James Novak, Phoenix DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney According to announcements made by ADHS, over 1300 people commented on the initial draft posted by ADHS December 17, 2010. The initial comment period has ended, they are currently being considered. New rules will be available for comment on…

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CHALLENGING BREATH TEST EVIDENCE
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ONE DEFENSE DUI PROSECUTORS DON’T WANT YOU TO KNOW Scottsdale DUI Charges If you were arrested for a Scottsdale DUI you should consult a Scottsdale criminal attorney or Scottsdale DUI lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your Scottsdale DUI charges and defense options. Scottsdale AZ is known for having some of the toughest DUI…

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Differences Between Robbery and Armed Robbery Laws and Penalties
Law Office of James Novak

PHOENIX ATTORNEY ROBBERY OR ARMED ROBBERY DEFENSE TACTICS How High Rated Phoenix Criminal Defense Attorneys Fight Your Phoenix AZ Robbery and Armed Robbery Charges Phoenix Robbery or Armed Robbery Charges Arizona robbery and armed robbery offenses are prosecuted very aggressively. If you were charged or arrested with Phoenix, AZ robbery or armed robbery you should…

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Weapons Charges: Unlawful Discharge of Firearm Laws and Penalties
Law Office of James Novak

Scottsdale Criminal Defense and Criminal Rights “The retention of an experienced Scottsdale criminal attorney will substantially increase your chance of getting the best possible outcome in your case. Early retention of a good Scottsdale criminal lawyer, to defend you through the Arizona criminal justice system for Unlawful Discharge of Firearm Charges, is one of the…

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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

How Arizona Post-Conviction Relief Petitions Are Handled After a Guilty Plea Even if you accepted a plea and started serving your sentence, you may still have legal grounds to challenge the outcome. Arizona law provides a...

Can You Demand a 12-Person Jury in Arizona Felony Cases? If you are facing felony charges in Arizona, you may assume you are entitled to a 12-person jury under the Sixth Amendment. In some cases, however...

Phoenix Appeals Court Upholds Sexual Assault Conviction Despite Objections to Police Interview If you’re facing serious felony charges in Phoenix and think certain statements made during a police interview might have tainted your trial, a...

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