08|2023

What is Criminal Damage in Arizona?

What is Criminal Damage in Arizona? Criminal damage is either a misdemeanor or felony. This is a serious offense that may result in significant legal consequences, including incarceration, fines and restitution. In addition, criminal damage is a “domestic violence” eligible offense per A.R.S. 13-3601(A). Indeed, the domestic violence designation imposes additional consequences upon a convicted… Read more »

08|2023

What is Disorderly Conduct in Arizona?

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 commonly asked question is what is Disorderly Conduct in Arizona. Indeed, Disorderly conduct is an Arizona criminal offense with a broad definition. Specifically, it… Read more »

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11|2022

Can A Trial Proceed Without the Victim?

Can a criminal trial proceed without a victim? There is a misconception the State must dismiss the case without victim appearance. Indeed, there are some circumstances the State may proceed to trial and obtain a conviction without a victim’s appearance. However, the dismissal decision depends on the applicability of the rules of evidence and Confrontation… Read more »

How to Restore Firearm Rights after a Domestic Violence Conviction in Arizona

09|2022

How to Restore Gun Rights After a Domestic Violence Conviction

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 → Gun Rights After Domestic Violence in Arizona | Federal vs State Law ☎ Call Huss 📧 Submit Online 🚨 URGENT: Call Former 13-Year Prosecutor 602-643-5595… Read more »

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08|2022

Domestic Violence Eligible Crimes

A.R.S. §13-3601(A) details the Domestic Violence (DV) eligible crimes in Arizona. Obviously, not every crime is a DV eligible offense. And not every defendant-victim relationship is domestic. Rather, the DV designation depends on two things: (1) the status of the defendant and victim’s relationship; and (2) whether the conduct falls into a specified category of crimes, discussed… Read more »

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07|2022

What is Domestic Violence in Arizona?

A Domestic Violence offense is based on the relationship between the defendant and victim.  The reasons for the designation do not depend on the seriousness of the offense. Indeed, people often ask why a charge is “by domestic violence” when there was no violence.  But, domestic violence itself is not a crime. Rather, it is… Read more »