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Michael Tamou, Arizona criminal defense attorney

Michael Tamou

Founding Attorney · Criminal & DUI Defense

5.0 · Criminal & DUI Defense

A sample of the dismissals, diversions, reductions, and acquittals our team has secured for Phoenix clients, across DUI, drug, violent, sex, and domestic-violence charges. Every case is different; here is how we fight.

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Michael Tamou, Arizona criminal defense attorney

Michael Tamou

Founding Attorney · Criminal & DUI Defense

★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal & DUI Defense

Written and legally reviewed by Michael Tamou, Founding Attorney of Tamou Law Group, PLLC. Last updated June 29, 2026.

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Real Case Results

A sample of outcomes our Phoenix criminal defense and DUI team has secured, dismissals, diversions, reductions, and acquittals across the full range of charges.

Every case is different and past results do not guarantee a future outcome, but these reflect how we fight. Explore our criminal defense and DUI defense practice, or call 623-321-4699 for a free, confidential review.

Case

State of Arizona vs. J.H.

Charges:
Count 1: Burglary in the Second Degree (A.R.S. § 13-1507)
Count 2: Criminal Damage (A.R.S. § 13-1602)
Count 3: Theft (A.R.S. § 13-1802)

The State alleged intent at entry and tied additional allegations to a messy scene and conflicting witness accounts. The defense attacked the “intent” element, highlighted missing context and proof gaps, and presented mitigation early. The final resolution avoided incarceration and limited collateral consequences.

ResultDiversion
Case

State of Arizona vs. P.A.

Police responded to a dispute with multiple people speaking at once. Counsel compared the 911 call to later statements, reviewed body-cam footage, and highlighted inconsistencies on contact and intent. The case was routed to a resolution designed to end without a conviction.

ResultDeferred Prosecution
Case

State of Arizona vs. L.H.

Charges:
Count 1: Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices (A.R.S. § 13-2310)
Count 2: Forgery (A.R.S. § 13-2002)
Count 3: Taking the Identity of Another Person (A.R.S. § 13-2008)
Count 4: Theft (A.R.S. § 13-1802)

The State’s theory relied on broad inferences from documents and transaction summaries. Counsel organized records, challenged intent and attribution, and pushed for proof of each element. The resolution reduced the felony exposure and focused on closure and compliance.

ResultTheft (Reduced to Misdemeanor)
Case

State of Arizona vs. R.M.

Charges:
Count 1: Robbery (A.R.S. § 13-1902)
Count 2: Theft (A.R.S. § 13-1802)

The State alleged “force” was used, but the timeline and witness descriptions shifted over time. Defense counsel attacked identification, pressed for complete video, and highlighted contradictions across statements. Negotiations resulted in a reduction aligned with evidentiary weaknesses.

ResultDisorderly Conduct (Reduced to Misdemeanor)
Case

State of Arizona vs. S.Q.

Charges:
Count 1: Shoplifting (A.R.S. § 13-1805)
Count 2: Criminal Trespass in the Third Degree (A.R.S. § 13-1502)

The case came from a retail incident with disputed intent and incomplete context at checkout. Counsel reviewed store video, receipts, and employee notes, then negotiated a dismissal-track program focused on compliance.

ResultDiversion
Case

State of Arizona vs. T.J.

Charges:
Count 1: Unlawful Use of Means of Transportation (A.R.S. § 13-1803)
Count 2: Theft (A.R.S. § 13-1802)

Police alleged unlawful vehicle use, but the story included shared access and mixed communications. Counsel documented permission issues, challenged “knowledge” assumptions, and negotiated a reduction to limit long-term impact.

ResultDiversion
Case

State of Arizona vs. V.D.

Charges:
Count 1: Trafficking in Stolen Property (A.R.S. § 13-2307)
Count 2: Theft (A.R.S. § 13-1802)
Count 3: Forgery (A.R.S. § 13-2002)

The State alleged “knowledge” and intent based on summaries rather than direct proof. Counsel challenged the chain of evidence, pressed for foundational records, and highlighted gaps on attribution. The case resolved with reduced exposure consistent with the proof issues.

ResultTheft (Reduced to Misdemeanor)
Case

State of Arizona vs. B.Z.

The State alleged a “course of conduct,” but the timeline relied on selective screenshots. Counsel demanded full records, highlighted mutual contact, and challenged the pattern theory. The matter resolved with a reduction aligned with what the evidence supported.

ResultDismissed
Case

State of Arizona vs. H.S.

Charges:
Count 1: Burglary in the Third Degree (A.R.S. § 13-1506)
Count 2: Possession of Burglary Tools (A.R.S. § 13-1505)

The State relied on circumstantial inferences about intent and labeled ordinary tools as criminal. Counsel challenged the leap from possession to intent and pressed for corroboration and complete video. The case resolved with reduced exposure.

ResultPossession of Burglary Tools (Reduced to Misdemeanor)
Case

State of Arizona vs. Q.L.

Charges:
Count 1: Criminal Trespass in the First Degree (A.R.S. § 13-1504)
Count 2: Interference with Judicial Proceedings (A.R.S. § 13-2810)

The case grew out of a relationship conflict with allegations tied to entry and compliance issues. Counsel reconstructed the timeline from messages and records, highlighted ambiguity, and negotiated a dismissal-track program centered on compliance.

ResultDeferred Prosecution
Case

State of Arizona vs. G.V.

Charges:
Count 1: Kidnapping (A.R.S. § 13-1304)
Count 2: Unlawful Imprisonment (A.R.S. § 13-1303)
Count 3: Assault (A.R.S. § 13-1203)

The State alleged restraint during an argument, but “substantial interference” and intent were disputed. Counsel pressed discovery, challenged exaggeration in later statements, and presented mitigation and context. The outcome reduced the case posture and avoided the most severe exposure.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. W.N.

The allegations involved significant disputes regarding consent, timeline, and communications. Counsel demanded complete digital evidence, challenged inconsistencies across statements, and pressed for corroboration. After extensive litigation and negotiation, the case resolved without proceeding on the original theory.

ResultCase Dismissed
Case

State of Arizona vs. N.D.

Charges:
Count 1: Luring a Minor for Sexual Exploitation (A.R.S. § 13-3554)
Count 2: Attempt (A.R.S. § 13-1001)
Count 3: Furnishing Harmful Items to Minors (A.R.S. § 13-3506)

The case centered on online communications and interpretation of messages. Counsel challenged attribution, demanded complete digital forensic records, and attacked assumptions about intent and identity. The case posture changed through litigation and negotiation focused on provability.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. S.M.

Charges:
Count 1: Child or Vulnerable Adult Abuse (A.R.S. § 13-3623)
Count 2: Endangerment (A.R.S. § 13-1201)

The State alleged neglect based on a report made during a stressful situation. Counsel gathered records, communications, and third-party documentation showing context and corrective action. The case moved into deferred prosecution focused on compliance and closure.

ResultDeferred Prosecution
Case

State of Arizona vs. J.R.

Charges:
Count 1: Unlawful Flight from Law Enforcement Vehicle (A.R.S. § 28-622.01)
Count 2: Criminal Damage (A.R.S. § 13-1602)

The State alleged a failure to stop and added property damage based on the scene reconstruction. Counsel reviewed dash-cam, dispatch logs, and activation cues, and challenged contested details in the reports. Negotiations reduced exposure and avoided custody.

ResultProbation (No Jail)
Case

State of Arizona vs. U.P.

Charges:
Count 1: DUI (A.R.S. § 28-1381)
Count 2: Extreme DUI (A.R.S. § 28-1382)

The State alleged impairment and a high BAC. Counsel scrutinized testing timelines, calibration, and foundational requirements, and presented mitigation early. The resolution reduced the impact and avoided custody.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. L.S.

Charges:
Count 1: Aggravated DUI (A.R.S. § 28-1383)
Count 2: Driving on a Suspended License (A.R.S. § 28-3473)

The State filed felony DUI allegations tied to aggravating factors and added a license count. Counsel audited the State’s proof of aggravators and pressed foundational issues in the investigation. The final outcome avoided the harshest sentencing posture.

ResultProbation (No Jail)
Case

State of Arizona vs. C.K.

Charges:
Count 1: Reckless Driving (A.R.S. § 28-693)
Count 2: Racing on Highways (A.R.S. § 28-708)

The allegations centered on speed and driving behavior, but conditions, distance, and identification were disputed. Counsel reviewed roadway context and available footage and challenged the basis for the conclusions. The State dismissed after proof issues were raised.

ResultCase Dismissed
Case

State of Arizona vs. V.K.

Charges:
Count 1: Leaving the Scene of an Accident (A.R.S. § 28-661)
Count 2: Criminal Damage (A.R.S. § 13-1602)

The case involved a minor collision and disputed notice/intent. Counsel analyzed timelines, statements, and evidence of awareness, and presented a restitution plan. The resolution avoided jail and focused on closure.

ResultProbation (No Jail)
Case

State of Arizona vs. H.C.

Charges:
Count 1: Resisting Arrest (A.R.S. § 13-2508)
Count 2: Disorderly Conduct (A.R.S. § 13-2904)

The State alleged resistance during a chaotic scene with overlapping commands. Counsel reviewed body-worn footage and argued confusion and panic rather than criminal intent. The resolution avoided custody and closed the matter on probationary terms.

ResultProbation (No Jail)
Case

State of Arizona vs. R.H.

Charges:
Count 1: Interference with Judicial Proceedings (A.R.S. § 13-2810)
Count 2: Threatening or Intimidating (A.R.S. § 13-1202)

The State alleged court-related compliance issues alongside communications that were disputed in context. Counsel obtained records, highlighted ambiguity, and pushed for a dismissal-track program centered on compliance. The matter resolved through diversion.

ResultDiversion
Case

State of Arizona vs. M.Z.

Charges:
Count 1: Money Laundering (A.R.S. § 13-2317)
Count 2: Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices (A.R.S. § 13-2310)

The State alleged improper financial movement and intent based on summaries rather than direct proof. Counsel mapped transactions, challenged knowledge/intent assumptions, and documented lawful explanations. Negotiations reduced the posture and narrowed exposure.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. P.K.

Charges:
Count 1: Racketeering (A.R.S. § 13-2312)
Count 2: Money Laundering (A.R.S. § 13-2317)
Count 3: Forgery (A.R.S. § 13-2002)

The State alleged a broad enterprise theory. Counsel challenged predicate proof, demanded particularized evidence, and pressed for record-based narrowing. The final resolution reduced scope and limited collateral consequences.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. L.B.

Charges:
Count 1: Sexual Conduct with a Minor (A.R.S. § 13-1405)
Count 2: Attempt (A.R.S. § 13-1001)

This case involved serious allegations and heavily disputed facts. Defense counsel demanded complete forensic/digital discovery, challenged attribution and timeline assumptions, and litigated evidentiary issues. The matter resolved with a significantly reduced posture based on provability.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. V.R.

Charges:
Count 1: Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (A.R.S. § 13-3553)
Count 2: Attempt (A.R.S. § 13-1001)
Count 3: Furnishing Harmful Items to Minors (A.R.S. § 13-3506)

The State’s case depended on device attribution and digital evidence interpretation. Counsel demanded full forensic reports, challenged assumptions about access and identity, and litigated foundational issues. The outcome significantly reduced exposure based on provability.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. P.Z.

Charges:
Count 1: Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree (A.R.S. § 13-1503)
Count 2: Criminal Damage (A.R.S. § 13-1602)

The State alleged unlawful entry and property damage, but responsibility and intent were disputed. Counsel challenged the entry/notice evidence and highlighted inconsistencies in witness accounts. The resolution reduced the posture and limited long-term consequences.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. F.R.

Charges:
Count 1: Forgery (A.R.S. § 13-2002)
Count 2: Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument (A.R.S. § 13-2005)

The State’s theory required proof of knowledge and intent. Counsel challenged attribution, demanded foundational records, and presented mitigation and restitution planning. The matter was resolved through deferred prosecution leading to dismissal upon completion.

ResultDeferred Prosecution
Case

State of Arizona vs. J.P.

Charges:
Count 1: Taking the Identity of Another Person (A.R.S. § 13-2008)
Count 2: Fraudulent Schemes and Artifices (A.R.S. § 13-2310)

The State alleged identity misuse tied to transactions, but attribution and intent were contested. Counsel pressed for complete records, challenged assumptions about device access and identity, and negotiated a reduced outcome aligned with proof risks.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. S.D.

Charges:
Count 1: Burglary in the First Degree (A.R.S. § 13-1508)
Count 2: Aggravated Assault (A.R.S. § 13-1204)

The State alleged an elevated burglary theory and filed an additional violent count. Counsel challenged enhancement evidence, pressed targeted motions, and negotiated based on provability and mitigation. The final resolution reduced exposure and avoided the harshest posture.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. C.W.

Charges:
Count 1: DUI (A.R.S. § 28-1381)
Count 2: Leaving the Scene of an Accident (A.R.S. § 28-661)

The State alleged impairment along with a scene-related allegation. Counsel analyzed timelines, notice/intent issues, and the foundation for testing. The resolution reduced exposure and focused on compliance and closure.

ResultReduced Charge
Case

State of Arizona vs. M.C.

Charges:
Count 1: Extreme DUI (A.R.S. § 28-1382)
Count 2: Driving on a Suspended License (A.R.S. § 28-3473)

The State alleged a high BAC and a license-related issue. Counsel scrutinized testing foundations and records, challenged proof gaps, and presented mitigation early. The final outcome avoided custody and prioritized closure.

ResultProbation (No Jail)
Case

State of Arizona vs. L.N.

Charges:
Count 1: Aggravated DUI (A.R.S. § 28-1383)
Count 2: Unlawful Flight from Law Enforcement Vehicle (A.R.S. § 28-622.01)

The case involved allegations of fleeing and felony DUI factors. Counsel reviewed dash-cam and dispatch logs, audited proof of aggravators, and litigated foundational issues. Negotiations reduced exposure and avoided the harshest sentencing posture.

ResultProbation (No Jail)
Case

State of Arizona vs. O.P.

Charges:
Count 1: Reckless Driving (A.R.S. § 28-693)
Count 2: Criminal Damage (A.R.S. § 13-1602)

The State relied on a narrative of reckless behavior and added damage allegations. Counsel challenged the characterization, reviewed roadway context and evidence, and emphasized proof problems. The State dismissed after evidentiary weaknesses were presented.

ResultCase Dismissed
Case

State of Arizona vs. A.B.

Charges:
Count 1: Criminal Trespass in the Third Degree (A.R.S. § 13-1502)
Count 2: Disorderly Conduct (A.R.S. § 13-2904)

The incident involved a property dispute where notice and context were contested. Counsel focused on signage/permission issues and challenged inconsistencies in the reporting narrative. The resolution provided a dismissal pathway tied to compliance.

ResultDeferred Prosecution
Case

State of Arizona vs. Y.T.

The incident began as a traffic stop and quickly expanded into a multi-count filing. Counsel scrutinized the stop/search sequence, challenged “possession” assumptions in a shared-space context, demanded full lab/chain-of-custody documentation, and negotiated an outcome designed to collapse the case exposure and prioritize dismissal pathways where eligible.

ResultDiversion

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