Articles Posted in Penalties

Drug Possession Sentencing: The higher the quantity of an illegal drug found in a person’s possession, the harsher the penalties.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

Drug Possession Laws in Phoenix AZ In Arizona, a person may be charged with possession of an illegal drug if they are knowingly in possession of Marijuana, an illegal drug, or a dangerous drug, defined under A.R.S. 34 13-3401. The higher the quantity of a drug a person is found to have in their possession,…

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Disorderly Conduct Charges are some of the most successfully challenged criminal offenses in Maricopa County. Find out how and why.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

“Disorderly Conduct arrests are made all too often in Maricopa County AZ; How good criminal defense attorneys get disorderly conduct charges dismissed”. Maricopa County Disorderly Conduct Charges Maricopa County “Disorderly conduct charges”, sometimes referred to as “disturbing the peace” are made all too often. But commonality does not reduce their consequences. An experienced Maricopa County…

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Disorderly Conduct Laws in Arizona: Disorderly Conduct charges are often over used and unlawful. Why you should not plead guilty before consulting a criminal defense attorney.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

“Why You Should Not Plead Guilty to Disorderly Conduct Charges in Mesa, without consulting a good criminal lawyer who provides criminal defense in Mesa AZ!” 10 Reasons Police May Charge You for Disorderly Conduct in Mesa AZ Editor’s Note: This list of reasons may get you angry; Make sure you don’t “disturb anyone’s peace” when…

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Disorderly Conduct Charges: Why getting convictions can be an uphill battle for the prosecution.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

“Chandler disorderly conduct charges are often challenged by good criminal lawyers who defend criminal charges in Chandler Arizona. Here’s how they often get dismissed”. Chandler Disorderly Conduct Charges These are probably some of the most frequent criminal charges given out by Chandler Police. But at the same time, they are some of the most frequently…

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Burglary Charges: Any type of burglary charge will expose a defendant to prison sentencing. Understand the law and the consequences before “pleading guilty”.
The Law Office of James Novak Team

“Not all arrests for disorderly conduct charges are lawful. Don’t plead guilty before consulting an experienced criminal lawyer who defends disorderly conduct charges in Gilbert”. Disorderly Conduct Charges Gilbert AZ “Disorderly conduct” or “disturbing the peace” charges are common in Gilbert AZ. But just because they are common, does not make them less serious. A…

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Types of Defenses used to challenge Disorderly Conduct Charges
The Law Office of James Novak Team

“Arrests for Disorderly Conduct in Tempe AZ are not always lawful….Why Good Tempe criminal defense lawyers often get disorderly conduct charges dismissed.” Tempe Disorderly Conduct Charges “Disorderly conduct charges”, also called “disturbing the peace” are common in Tempe. But frequency makes them no less serious. An experienced Tempe criminal attorney will tell you they should…

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Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Arizona Supreme Court Expands Bedroom Self-Defense Rights In Shared Homes You can assert self-defense from inside a locked bedroom, even when the person trying to come through the door entered the home as a guest of a...

Arizona Appeals Court Ruling in McNulty Highlights Importance of Trial Record in Criminal Defense A recent decision from the Arizona Court of Appeals highlights how the outcome of an appeal often depends on what was preserved in the trial court...

Arizona Court Orders Resentencing After Trial Judge Misses Critical Record Review A recent Arizona Court of Appeals opinion demonstrates how a single procedural mistake during sentencing can result in a complete reversal. When a...

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