What Does Stacking Charges in a Criminal Case Mean?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · What Does Stacking Charges in a Criminal Case Mean? Stacking charges, or what can be perceived as "combining charges," occurs when a prosecutor treats separate offenses as prior convictions to treat a defendant as a repeat offender even if he or she does not have any prior...
Out of State DUI when Living Outside of Arizona
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Out of State DUI when Living Outside of Arizona In the state of Arizona, law enforcement takes DUI offenses very seriously and has a “zero-tolerance” law. When you are driving in from out of state and are pulled over for a DUI, the standard protocol is to give a field sobriety...
How can an Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyer Help Your Case?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · How can an Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyer Help Your Case? The criminal justice system is very complex and confusing for most people when they are charged with crimes. Learning how to navigate through the processes and rules can be difficult for people who are not represented...
Do Police Need a Search Warrant to Search a Car in AZ?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Do Police Need a Search Warrant to Search a Car in AZ? In Arizona, people are protected against unlawful vehicle search or seizure by the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. While the Fourth Amendment requires officers to get search warrants before they search your...
Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Arizona?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Arizona? Removing drivers who are under the influence off of the road is a key goal for law enforcement authorities in Arizona. However, officers are required to respect certain rights of motorists when they conduct traffic stops, including having...
Is a Fingerprint Evidence Enough for a Criminal Conviction?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Is a Fingerprint Evidence Enough for a Criminal Conviction? In many movies and television shows, a defendant will be identified and subsequently convicted of a crime after a detective finds his or her fingerprints at a crime scene. However, fingerprints are often not enough by...
Your Rights to a DUI Independent Blood Test
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Your Rights to a DUI Independent Blood Test When you are arrested in Arizona for a suspected DUI, the officer might order a DUI blood test. Before a blood test can be ordered, the officer must first either obtain your voluntary consent or secure a search warrant. Upon drawing...
6 Things Police Won’t Tell You When Pulled Over for DUI
Shah Law Firm, LLC · 6 Things Police Won’t Tell You When Pulled Over for DUI Arizona DUI laws have drastically changed over the past few decades. While law enforcement agencies have engaged in numerous approaches to minimize impaired driving, cases involving driving under the influence of drugs...
How to Post Bail at 4th Ave Jail in Phoenix
Shah Law Firm, LLC · How to Post Bail at 4th Ave Jail in Phoenix If your friend or family member is arrested in Maricopa County, Arizona, he or she may be booked into jail. After he or she arrives at the jail, he or she will be processed and then will either wait in jail to appear in court or...
Underage DUI in Arizona (Charged while Under 21): Zero Tolerance
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Underage DUI in Arizona (Charged while Under 21): Zero Tolerance The state of Arizona has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to underage DUI (underage drinking and driving), and that policy means that if you are caught drinking and driving, regardless of how low your blood...
Can Medical Conditions Affect BAC Readings? False DUI Arrest
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Can Medical Conditions Affect BAC Readings? False DUI Arrest Contrary to what many people are aware of, there are a variety of medical conditions that can cause your BAC level to register higher than it really is, or register falsely — as well as a host of different...
What does Actual Physical Control Mean when Arrested for DUI?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · What does Actual Physical Control Mean when Arrested for DUI? According to the Arizona DUI laws, the term, "actual physical control" refers to the person who was driving the car at the time it was pulled over by police or other authorities, but actual physical control goes a...
How to Clear an Arizona Bench Warrant for Failure to Appear in Court
Shah Law Firm, LLC · How to Clear an Arizona Bench Warrant for Failure to Appear in Court Some defense lawyers in Phoenix might suggest that the defense against a failure to appear charge in the state of Arizona is relatively limited due to the fact that in almost all instances, the defendant...
How Can Manslaughter Charges Be Ruled Self-Defense in Arizona?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · How Can Manslaughter Charges Be Ruled Self-Defense in Arizona? In the state of Arizona, the law allows you to fight — and even in some instances kill, if warranted — in an effort to protect yourself, your family, or other loved ones. With that said, proving that how you used...
What is Considered Resisting Arrest by Police in Arizona?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · What is Considered Resisting Arrest by Police in Arizona? In Arizona, there is actually a statute that defines what it means to resist arrest — lawmakers did this to ensure there would be no confusion in the courtroom after an arrest has been made, as resisting arrest is often...
Shannon’s Law & Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm in Arizona
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Shannon’s Law & Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm in Arizona Shannon's Law is legislation that was passed in the state of Arizona that makes it illegal to discharge a firearm anywhere within the city limits of any city or town within the state of Arizona. The law was passed...
Violation of a Restraining Order or Order of Protection in Arizona
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Violation of a Restraining Order or Order of Protection in Arizona Violating a restraining order in the state of Arizona is a serious charge that comes with serious repercussions, including fines, potential jail time, and even criminal charges. But before we discuss exactly...
Dram Shop Liability In Arizona ARS 4-311 (D)
Shah Law Firm, LLC · Dram Shop Liability In Arizona ARS 4-311 (D) According to Arizona Revised Statute (ARS 4-311 (D), any restaurants, bars, nightclubs, saloons, or any other places licensed to serve alcohol — known as dram shops — are liable for serving intoxicated patrons and/or minors under...
DUI with CDL (Commercial Drivers License) in Arizona: What You Need to Know
Shah Law Firm, LLC · DUI with CDL (Commercial Drivers License) in Arizona: What You Need to Know If you are a commercial driver or professional trucker with a Class A commercial driver's license in the state of Arizona, you already know, the rules regarding safety on the road apply in a more...
What is White Collar Crime in Arizona?
Shah Law Firm, LLC · What is White Collar Crime in Arizona? Unlike most other crimes, white-collar crimes are often difficult to detect and not as out in the open and blatant as something like armed robbery, for example, which is easy to get caught for and generally much easier for the prosecution...
Unemployment Insurance Fraud Charges in Arizona
Unemployment insurance fraud is a serious criminal offense in the State of Arizona. This is a Class 6 felony where someone misrepresents or fails to disclose facts or makes false statements to get or increase their unemployment insurance benefits. If you make a false statement or withhold...
Is Mail Fraud in Arizona a Felony or Misdemeanor?
Being charged with theft is a serious offense in the state of Arizona and one that can be scary and overwhelming, but with the right representation at your side who understands mail fraud and theft charges and how they work in Arizona, you have a very good chance of winning your case in court....
What are the Penalties for Credit Card Fraud in Arizona?
Credit card fraud is a serious offense in the State of Arizona. It is the crime of taking and/or possessing someone’s credit card without his or her consent, or without the consent of the business entity that owns the credit card. Additionally, any person or other entity that accepts any gift that...
Arizona Fraud Schemes
In Arizona, a fraudulent scheme occurs when someone creates something to defraud or obtain a benefit by fraudulent representation or promises. There are countless types of fraud schemes that can lead to criminal charges. With the help of a fraud attorney from Shah Law Firm, you can ensure that...