Articles Posted in Consequences

Gone in Two Minutes: Burglary of Assault Weapons in Arizona
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Burglary of firearms of any value is a felony in Arizona; depending on the value and other aggravated circumstances, convictions can result in lifetime prison sentences..Like something out of the Hollywood movies like “Ocean’s 13” or “Gone in 60 Seconds”, recently three thieves stole 13 military style rifles from C-3 Arms, a gun shop in…

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Aggravated DUI Laws and Penalties in Arizona
The Law Office of James Novak Team

DUI with passengers under age 15 in vehicle raises a DUI to Felony Charges, where penalties are steep. Drunk driving can subject you to harsh penalties in Arizona. However, driving drunk with children in the car can lead to even harsher penalties. Recently, a middle-aged man was stopped in Arizona driving 89 miles per hour…

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Felony DUI Judge arrested for Super Extreme DUI
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Super Extreme and Drug DUI laws and penalties apply to all motorists driving in Arizona A criminal superior court judge in Northern Arizona was arrested on Super Extreme DUI charges, Sunday morning, December 9, 2012. He was stopped by police after swerving into oncoming traffic. It was reported in the media that his Blood Alcohol…

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Domestic Violence: Why victims are often charged or arrested
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Domestic Violence Charges The police and prosecution take domestic violence very serious. They egregiously pursue convictions in these cases because they are considered to be a crime against a victim. Domestic violence refers to a familial relationship. The victim may be a spouse, partner, brother, sister, grandparent, child, or other persons residing together. Police have…

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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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