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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

MARICOPA COUNTY ARIZONA BAIL BONDS
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Arizona Criminal Justice Arizona | Phoenix DUI Defense By: James Novak, Phoenix DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyer A bail bond is also known as an Appearance Bond. If you were arrested in Phoenix Arizona, or anywhere in Maricopa County, you may be required to post bond in order to be released. If you have been…

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Arizona DUI Arrest | Arizona DUI Defense
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Why You Should Retain a Good DUI Attorney after a DUI Arrest in Arizona “The best Arizona DUI lawyers begin defending your case with the thought process of building defense strategies that will lead to getting your Arizona DUI dismissed.” Arizona DUI Charges Arizona has earned the reputation for being one of the toughest states…

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What it Means When Your Criminal Case is “Scratched”
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Phoenix DUI Lawyer | Criminal Rights Phoenix AZ Article by: James Novak, Phoenix DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney If were arrested for a Phoenix DUI or Criminal Charges in Phoenix, or other cities within Maricopa County, sometimes you will learn your Initial Appearance Hearing was “scratched” from the docket. People often want to know if…

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Tempe AZ Disorderly Conduct Laws, Penalties and Defenses
The Law Office of James Novak Team

DEFENDING DISORDERLY CONDUCT CHARGES IN TEMPE AZ Defenses Tactics used by the Best Disorderly Conduct Attorneys in Tempe AZ to Fight Disorderly Conduct Charges Disorderly Conduct Charges Tempe, AZ Tempe Arizona Disorderly conduct charges are also known as “disturbing the peace”. If you have been arrested or charged with any disorderly conduct charges in Tempe,…

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10 Factors an Arizona Court Judge Considers for Sentencing of Drug Convictions
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Criminal Justice Article by: James Novak, Arizona DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney Arizona Drug penalties and sentencing laws can be found in A.R.S. Title 13 Chapter 34: DRUG OFFENSES 13-3401 to 13-3461. Penalties and Sentencing for drug charge convictions in Arizona rely on several factors: 1) How much of an illegal substance or controlled substance…

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PHOENIX THEFT LAWS | CRIMINAL DEFENSE
The Law Office of James Novak Team

CRIMINAL ATTORNEYS PHOENIX, AZ “Retaining a good Phoenix AZ theft defense Attorney or criminal lawyer who defends theft charges in Phoenix frequently can mean the difference between getting an Arizona theft crime conviction with harsh punishments or sentencing, or getting leniency, reduced charges or a getting a complete dismissal of your theft charges”. Phoenix Theft…

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8 TYPES OF TEMPE AZ DUI DEFENSES
The Law Office of James Novak Team

By: James Novak, Tempe DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney If you have been charged or arrested for any type of DUI in Tempe Arizona, there are many defenses and compelling arguments that an experienced Tempe DUI attorney can use to fight your DUI charges, depending on the facts of your DUI case. The specific defense…

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MARIJUANA LAWYER
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Marijuana Sales Penalties, Defense “A good Chandler Marijuana Criminal Defense Attorney will make sure your get you fair treatment in court; your constitutional rights are protected; minimize the impact the charges; challenge evidence for suppression, attempt to get charges reduced, and make every effort if possible to get your Marijuana Sales Charges dismissed.” If you…

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Gilbert DUI Attorney
The Law Office of James Novak Team

How to Hire a Good Gilbert Arizona DUI Lawyer “Hiring an experienced Arizona DUI Defense Attorney who defends DUI cases frequently in Gilbert AZ, can mean the difference between a conviction or total dismissal, or reduction your criminal or DUI charges.” If you have been arrested for a DUI in Gilbert Arizona, you already know…

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MARIJUANA POSSESSION 5
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Marijuana Lawyer Chandler, AZ “If you do not qualify and are not offered deferred prosecution, the best Marijuana possession Lawyers who defend drug chares in Chandler, AZ will do everything possible to get your case dismissed, secure lesser charges, or in the least a significantly better outcome in your case, than would have otherwise been…

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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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