May 28, 2025 | Arizona Revised Statutes
Unlawful use of means of transportation under Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) 13-1803 is a crime characterized by temporary, unauthorized use and/or control of another person’s vehicle. Conviction of unlawful use of means of transportation results in a class 5 felony if you were the driver or a class 6 felony if you were a passenger… read more
Read MoreMay 21, 2025 | Arizona Revised Statutes,Vehicular Crimes
Leaving the scene of an accident before you have met certain duties is a crime in Arizona that qualifies as a “hit and run” accident. In the case where death or physical injury occurs, you can be charged with a felony ranging from class 5 to class 2 under Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) 28-661. In… read more
Read MoreApril 23, 2025 | Assault & Violent Crimes
Updated April 2025 Drivers in Arizona who are arrested for a DUI can face license suspension even if they are never convicted of a crime. The reason for this is that Arizona’s Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) handles driving privileges as a separate proceeding from the criminal charge. Arizona considers driving a privilege, not a right…. read more
Read MoreApril 16, 2025 | Assault & Violent Crimes
What some may know as “grand theft auto,” Arizona law calls theft of means of transportation as set forth in ARS 13-1814. Theft of means of transportation is a class 3 felony in Arizona, which can result in several years of prison time and hefty fines. If you have been charged with theft of means… read more
Read MoreMarch 20, 2025 | Arizona Revised Statutes
In Arizona, Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) 13-1602 is the law that makes it illegal to cause damage to another person’s property. In this post, we examine ARS 13-1602. We will cover how it defines criminal damage, the penalties for criminal damage upon conviction, and some possible defenses to a charge of criminal damage. If you… read more
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