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| Arizona Revised Statutes,Assault & Violent Crimes
In Arizona, the context of a crime matters. Some offenses are more severe than others, and certain circumstances can lead to harsher penalties. These are called “aggravated” crimes. Aggravated crimes are often treated with more severity. For example, assault can become “aggravated” and is a felony if the defendant’s actions are considered especially severe under… read more
Read MoreSeptember 24, 2026 | Arizona Revised Statutes,Assault & Violent Crimes
Arizona law has multiple statutes that make violent behavior punishable as a crime. Here, we will cover how Arizona’s revised statutes make assaulting another person illegal, the remedies available to victims of criminal assault, and the defenses you may have if you are charged with criminal assault in the state. If you have been charged… read more
Read MoreArizona criminal law adheres to the principle of “let the punishment fit the crime” by categorizing criminal offenses into different levels of severity, including various degrees or “classes” of misdemeanors and felonies. Here, we examine the most severe Arizona felony class: Class 1 Felonies. No matter what kind of crime you may be charged with,… read more
Read MoreOctober 13, 2026 | Assault & Violent Crimes
Arizona does not use one statute of limitations for every sexual offense. Under ARS 13-107, certain class 2 felonies in Arizona’s sexual-offense and sexual-exploitation chapters may be prosecuted at any time. Other felony offenses generally have a seven-year limitation period, while misdemeanors generally have a one-year period. The correct deadline depends on the precise offense,… read more
Read MoreIf you are facing a misdemeanor charge in Arizona, you may be curious as to what the future of your case looks like. Although each case is unique, the state typically processes misdemeanor cases in much the same way. Most misdemeanor cases are given to city prosecutors, unless the defendant is under the age of… read more
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