Top Drug Crime Defenses In Arizona

Arizona Prop 207 makes Marijuana Legal in Arizona

Marijuana Charges Dropped / Expungement Due To Prop 207

November 16, 2020/in Criminal Defense, Blog, Drug Crimes /by Attorney Arja Shah

Arizona voters resoundingly passed Proposition 207 on Nov. 3, 2020. This law legalizes the recreational use of marijuana in Arizona by adults ages 21 and older. It also offers some important remedies to people who have certain types of marijuana charges, or convictions, removed from their records.

Prop 207 allows people to petition for their marijuana convictions to be expunged so that they will no longer appear on their criminal records. At the Shah Law Firm, attorney Arja Shah is prepared to help people to have their marijuana charges or convictions expunged.

Understanding Arizona Proposition 207 Expungement Provision

Proposition 207 adds a number of statutes to Arizona’s state laws. One of these statutes is A.R.S. § 36-2682, which states that people who have been arrested, convicted, or adjudicated for specific marijuana offenses to petition the court to have their records related to those offenses expunged. The eligible offenses include the following:

Possession or consumption of two-and-one-half ounces or less of marijuana
Cultivating, transporting, possessing, or processing six or fewer marijuana plants in a private home
Possessing, transporting, or using drug paraphernalia that is associated with marijuana

Thousands of Arizonans have these types of convictions on their records and may benefit from petitioning the courts to have their records expunged.

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Dram Shop Liability In Arizona ARS 4-311 (D)

July 13, 2020/in DUI, Blog, Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes /by Arja.Shah.Law

According to Arizona Revise 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 the following conditions:

Whether the establishment sold liquor or other spirits to any person who was clearly and obviously intoxicated
Whether or not that individual consumed all the alcohol that he or she purchased
Whether or not the consumption of the alcohol served by the dram shop was the proximate cause of any injuries, property damage, or other types of damages.

What It Means to Be Intoxicated Under Dram Shop Liability Laws in Arizona

In order for the tenets of ARS 4-311 (D) to be properly upheld, the definition of what it means to be intoxicated has to be legally established. For the purposes of this Arizona Revised Statute, intoxications is when any individual drinking — or ordering drinks at the dram shop — is inebriated to a point where the physical and mental impairment is obvious to those around that individual, including other patrons, bartenders, and servers, due to the fact that the intoxicated person is physically uncoordinated, is showing signs of serious physical dysfunction, and other signs, such as slurring speech.

It is under this definition of intoxication or inebriation that a dram shop could be held liable for any injuries or damages done when that dram shop continues to serve alcohol to the individual displaying these signs and symptoms.
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Hire a Drug Manufacturing Charges Defense Attorney in Tempe, Arizona Today

December 12, 2019/in Drug Crimes /by Arja.Shah.Law

Violating the regulations that exist regarding the manufacturing, sale, or distribution of controlled substances can lead to drug manufacturing charges which can ruin someone’s life. This type of mark on someone’s record can jeopardize their chances of finding a job and getting a professional license. If you’ve been charged with drug manufacturing charges in or […]

Drug Trafficking Charges Defense in Apache Junction

April 18, 2019/in Drug Crimes /by Arja.Shah.Law

If you or a loved one are facing drug trafficking charges in Arizona, it’s important to contact our experienced drug trafficking charges defense team. At Shah Law Firm PLLC, we understand all drug trafficking laws in Arizona and can uphold them in all legal proceedings.

Drug trafficking charges are serious and can lead to jail time, hefty fines, and other court requirements. Never go at these charges alone. We can help!

About Drug Trafficking

Drug trafficking refers to bringing illegal drugs across a border – national or state. Federal penalties for drugs are designated by different schedules. Sentencing for drug trafficking offenses in Apache Junction can range from three to five years in prison, depending on the amount of drugs and the type of drug involved. If death or serious injury occur as a result of the trafficking, prison terms can range from 20 years to life in prison. This is why hiring a drug trafficking charges defense lawyer is so important. At Shah Law Firm PLLC, we understand all drug trafficking laws and have a track record of success representing individuals facing serious drug charges in Arizona.

Get Help with Drug Trafficking Charges in Arizona

At Shah Law Firm PLLC, our drug trafficking charges defense attorney can help with any drug-related charges in Apache Junction. We know exactly what type of defenses will be most effective for your case, giving you the best chance at lessened penalties and reducing the impact this type of case can have on your future.

We offer no-cost legal consultations for those facing drug trafficking charges. To learn more about our legal services, call our office today at (602) 888-0369. We serve individuals in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Goodyear, and Apache Junction, Arizona.

How a Mesa Drug Crimes Attorney Can Successfully Represent You

April 4, 2019/in Drug Crimes /by Arja.Shah.Law

A drug-related crime charge can have damaging implications. Professions who have a license are in danger of losing it, and anyone who runs a business faces a ruined reputation. Having the stigma of a drug crime on your record in and around Mesa can also jeopardize your chances at finding a job in the future. At the Shah Law Firm PLLC of Mesa, we understand the seriousness of a drug crime charge. As such, we use our expertise and resources to create an effective defense for our clients’ drug crime charges.

Arizona Drug Crime Charges

Many actions can be classified as drug crimes in Arizona. Manufacturing, possessing, selling, and distributing illicit substances as well as prescription fraud are all examples of drug crimes in Mesa. At Shah Law Firm PLLC, we have 12 years of experience fighting drug crimes for our Arizona clients, getting them the minimum possible sentencing so they can continue with their life sooner rather than later.

Examples of Drug Crime Defenses

One of the most common defenses for drug crime charges is to prove an illegal search and seizure. Additionally, in many instances, it can be argued that the drugs weren’t yours or were planted by the cops. It’s also possible that you were charged with a drug crime but were forced by someone threatening to harm you to carry the drugs.

At The Shah Law Firm PLLC of Mesa, our years of experience defending those charged with drug-related crimes makes us the leading choice for a drug crimes defense team in Mesa and its surrounding communities.

Call to Schedule a No-Cost Legal Consultation with a Drug Crimes Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona Today

If you’ve been charged with a drug crime in or around Mesa, call to schedule a no-cost legal consultation with a drug crimes defense attorney in Mesa, Arizona today. At the Shah Law Firm PLLC, we are knowledgeable and skilled and able to create effective drug crime defenses for our clients. To schedule a consultation with our legal team, call us at (602) 888-0369 today.

We serve individuals in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Goodyear, and Apache Junction, Arizona.