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September 24, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Habeas corpus is a judicial remedy through which, in some cases, you can challenge your confinement by the government. To file a writ of habeas corpus, you submit a written petition to the appropriate court — usually a state court first, and then a federal district court once your state remedies are exhausted — that… read more
Read MoreSeptember 24, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Arizona law makes it illegal for any person under the legal drinking age of 21 to consume alcohol in any quantity. The relevant statute is Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) Section 4-244(41). A criminal conviction under this minor in consumption (MIC) law is a Class 2 misdemeanor under ARS 4-246(A), which can lead to up to… read more
Read MoreSeptember 24, 2026 | Criminal Defense
You may already know that in Arizona, it is illegal to engage in underage drinking. But this is not the only way that minors can get into trouble with alcohol. Under Arizona law, the mere act of possessing alcohol is enough to warrant a misdemeanor charge against anyone under 21 years old. AZ Defenders criminal… read more
Read MoreIf you are charged with a crime while you are on pretrial release, bond, probation, parole, work furlough, community supervision, or, in some cases, the sentence for the new crime will be significantly more harsh than if you were not on probation. AZ Defenders criminal defense attorneys represent people charged with many kinds of crimes… read more
Read MoreMarch 24, 2026 | Criminal Defense
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. The government reserves… read more
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