Tucson Criminal Defense Blog

The Fourth Amendment protects Arizona residents from unreasonable government searches and seizures, and it states that search warrants must be based on probable cause and supported by an affirmation or oath. The right of people to be secure in their person, residence,...

Under Arizona law, an individual may be charged with a DUI even if he or she was under the influence of a prescription medication or other legal substance. To be convicted of a DUI, a person must have been operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of any...

Interrogation is a primary tool of law enforcement officials across the nation, and they are specifically trained in dealing with suspects who have nothing to say when being questioned. This training includes the ability to continue questioning those who have not...

Those who have been arrested in Arizona have constitutional rights that come into play the moment they are arrested. One of these rights is that prosecutors must inform them of the charges that they face within a reasonable amount of time after they have been...

Judges have a duty to be fair and impartial but it is perfectly reasonable for them to use personal experiences and beliefs when making decisions.  The same is true for anyone who might be on a jury.  There is a duty to be fair but that does not mean one has to...

One of the biggest challenges occurring during this crisis is the confusion with the courts.  Cases are postponed.  The public is being denied entry. Officers are giving out tickets to go to court at some unknown time in the future.  Often times no ticket is given and...

With less people on the road and being cooped up at home, you may understandably have the need for speed.  You may have a job classified as an essential worker and are enjoying the empty roads for your commute.  You may need to temporarily leave your house and going...