How Does Arizona Prosecute Drug Trafficking?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseTrafficking charges carry far steeper penalties than simple possession, and prosecutors don’t need a completed sale to file them — here’s what actually separates the two.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and legally reviewed by Michael Tamou, … Read more
How Does Arizona Penalize Drug Possession?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseA drug possession charge in Arizona depends heavily on the substance, the amount, and whether it’s your first offense — here’s how that math plays out.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and legally reviewed by Michael Tamou, … Read more
Understanding the Consequences of Assault and Battery in ArizonaMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseAssault charges in Arizona range from a minor misdemeanor to a serious felony depending on the injury and intent involved — here’s what determines where your case lands.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and … Read more
Navigating Arizona’s Cannabis Laws: What You Need To KnowMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseNot sure what Arizona’s cannabis laws actually allow? Proposition 207 legalized cannabis for adults 21 and over under A.R.S. § 36-2851, but public consumption stays illegal, possession is capped at one ounce, and impaired driving is still charged under … Read more
What Are Arizona's DUI Statutes, Defenses, and Penalties?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · DUI Defense5.0 · DUI DefenseArizona enforces some of the toughest DUI laws in the country, with penalties that start at a mere 0.08 — here’s what the statutes actually say, and how they’re defended.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · DUI Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · DUI DefenseWritten … Read more
Deconstructing Domestic Violence Laws in ArizonaMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseAccused of domestic violence in Arizona? DV is not a standalone charge, under A.R.S. § 13-3601 an offense like assault or harassment becomes domestic violence based on your relationship to the alleged victim. Self-defense can apply, but the force used must be … Read more
What Role Does Probation Play in Arizona's Justice System?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · DUI Defense5.0 · DUI DefenseFacing sentencing in Arizona and hoping to stay out of prison? Probation lets you serve your sentence in the community, but it comes with strict conditions, and intensive probation can mean daily check-ins, house arrest, or electronic monitoring. Here … Read more
How Do Drug Offenses Impact Arizona Communities?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseDrug charges ripple far beyond the courtroom, touching jobs, housing, and immigration status — here’s why an early, aggressive defense matters more than people realize.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and legally reviewed by Michael Tamou, … Read more
Are Traffic Offenses in Arizona More Serious Than You Think?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · DUI Defense5.0 · DUI DefenseTicketed for a traffic offense in Arizona and assuming it is no big deal? Many are minor, but serious ones carry real weight, a first-time DUI conviction brings a mandatory minimum jail sentence even if no one was … Read more
What Cybercrime Laws Affect Arizona Residents?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseUnder investigation for hacking, identity theft, or another computer offense in Arizona? Computer tampering under A.R.S. § 13-2316 can be charged anywhere from a Class 6 up to a Class 2 felony, and first-time offenders can face up to 8.75 years in … Read more