07|2023
Aggressive Driving in Arizona is a Class 1 Misdemeanor. Arizona Revised Statute 28-695 defines this offense. Indeed, the statute does not necessarily require a subjective interpretation of “aggressive”. Rather, the statute clearly details what the State must prove to convict a driver of Aggressive Driving. Specifically, A.R.S. 28-695 states: A person commits Aggressive Driving if… Read more »
04|2023
A common question people ask is when to use physical force in self-defense. Knowing self-defense law is the best way a person can protect themselves, physically and legally. In a legal situation, it is important to know the limitations in using self-defense. Obviously, the primary goal of self-defense is to defend oneself against a reasonable… Read more »
08|2022
Facing DUI Charges in Arizona? Don’t navigate the court system alone. Call Huss Law for a free, confidential consultation with an experienced Arizona DUI attorney. Get Your Free Consultation → A misdemeanor pretrial conference occurs after the initial appearance and entry of the not guilty plea. But, it occurs before the trial. Indeed, a privately… Read more »
08|2022
A misdemeanor initial appearance is the first hearing for a misdemeanor prosecution in Arizona. This hearing is also know as a misdemeanor arraignment. At this hearing, the judge will confirm identity information, explain the charges, a person’s rights, potential penalties and ask for a plea of guilty or not guilty. Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure… Read more »
08|2022
Misdemeanor consequences in Arizona carry up to six months jail and a fine not to exceed $2500. Arizona’s limited jurisdiction courts (local municipal and county justice courts) handle misdemeanor prosecutions. A misdemeanor is one of three categories of Arizona crimes. Specifically, the categories are: Felonies Misdemeanors Petty Offenses Arizona Class 1 through 3 Misdemeanor Consequences… Read more »
