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September 17, 2025 | Assault & Violent Crimes
Manslaughter is a type of homicide charge that, under Arizona law, falls between homicide by criminal negligence and first-degree murder. It includes some forms of second-degree murder. The Arizona law that defines manslaughter is Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) Section 13-1103. It identifies specific ways that manslaughter can occur. A conviction for manslaughter is a Class… read more
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Arizona law classifies the crime of trespass into three degrees of severity. The most serious charge is first-degree criminal trespass. In this article, we consider what happens when a person commits criminal trespass in Arizona in the first degree.If you have been charged with first-degree criminal trespass under ARS 13-1504, please call AZ Defenders at… read more
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Sexual abuse is a felony offense in Arizona under Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) 13-1404. Those charged with sexual abuse face a Class 5 felony or a Class 3 felony, depending on the circumstances, which may result in several years of prison time if convicted. In this article, we explain how sexual abuse happens under Arizona… read more
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Child molestation is illegal in Arizona under Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) 13-1410. It is a serious sex crime that is punishable as a Class 2 felony upon conviction. If you have been charged with child molestation, please call AZ Defenders at (480) 456-6400 or use our contact form immediately for premium legal defense. How Does… read more
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Negligence can happen in civil and criminal contexts. When criminal negligence results in the death of another person, this is negligent homicide under Arizona Revised Statute 13-1102. Negligent homicide is a serious charge that can result in a prison sentence and other long-term consequences that will negatively affect your life for many years afterward. If… read more
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