In the United States over the last few years, we have seen changes in our society that have highlighted the prevalence of sexual harassment and sexual assault. You have undoubtably see many stories on the news related to the “Me […]
Using money from an illegal source (a drug business, selling piracy content) and making it appear as if the money were obtained through legitimate means is a crime known as money laundering. Money laundering charges in Arizona have serious consequences as money laundering is a criminal offense.
Introduction to Entrapment in Arizona
You often hear the term “entrapment” thrown around fairly frequently in the movies, but it actually is a criminal defense that is regularly used. Another line that is often heard in the movies is “you have to tell me if you are a police officer, right?” That statement goes […]
Diversion programs are offered in the majority of states in the United States, Arizona included. The theory behind diversion programs is a rehabilitative theory rather than a punishment theory.i The states have recognized that first time offenders […]
One would think that criminal littering, pursuant to Arizona law 13-1603, would require more nefarious circumstances than tossing a candy bar wrapper. However, depending on the place, weight of the litter, and item itself, a criminal littering […]
Civil forfeiture, or civil seizure, is the act of police seizing assets involved in criminal activity. This could be cash, a car, a house; virtually any asset which police deem was obtained illegally or involved in […]
