Welcome to the 365 Days of Criminal Law Offenses & Arizona Law by Tamou Law Group. This platform is committed to demystifying the intricate world of criminal offenses in Arizona. Our goal is to break down, elucidate, and offer insights into diverse facets of Arizona’s criminal law, equipping you with in-depth understanding straight from seasoned professionals.
Character Evidence in Arizona Criminal CasesMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseWorried about character evidence in your Arizona criminal case? Character evidence is a double-edged sword—it can bolster a defendant’s credibility or, if misused, unfairly suggest a propensity to commit the crime. Arizona law tightly limits when it comes in, and understanding those … Read more
Double Jeopardy in Arizona: What You Need to KnowMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseThe state doesn’t get unlimited chances to convict you of the same crime—here’s how Arizona’s double jeopardy protections work, and where their limits lie.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and legally reviewed by Michael … Read more
Defending Justice: Understanding the Rights of the Accused in Arizona Criminal ProceedingsMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseEvery person accused of a crime in Arizona has constitutional protections prosecutors have to respect—here’s what those rights actually mean once charges are filed.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and legally … Read more
How Do You Expunge or Seal a Record in Arizona?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Sex Crime Defense5.0 · Sex Crime DefenseArizona now lets many people clear old convictions off their record—here’s who qualifies for expungement or sealing, and how the process actually works.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Sex Crime Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Sex Crime DefenseWritten and … Read more
What Happens If You Violate Probation in Arizona?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseOn probation in Arizona and accused of missing a check-in, failing a drug test, or picking up a new charge? At a revocation hearing under A.R.S. § 13-910, the state must prove the violation only by a preponderance of the … Read more
How Do Criminal Convictions Affect Immigration Status?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseA criminal conviction can trigger deportation even for lawful residents—here’s how Arizona charges intersect with immigration consequences, and why the plea you take matters.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and legally reviewed by Michael Tamou, Founding … Read more
Public Defenders: Myths and RealitiesMichael TamouFounding Attorney · DUI Defense5.0 · DUI DefenseFacing charges in Arizona and can’t afford a private attorney? Under A.R.S. § 13-4014, the court appoints counsel for defendants who qualify as indigent, usually at your initial appearance within 24 hours of arrest. Arizona public defenders meet the same licensing standards as … Read more
Parole vs. Probation: Unlocking Freedom with ConditionsMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseParole and probation both come with conditions that can send you back into custody—here’s the difference, and what it takes to stay in compliance.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · Criminal DefenseWritten and legally reviewed by Michael Tamou, Founding … Read more
What's the Difference Between Federal and State Charges?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · DUI Defense5.0 · DUI DefenseFederal and state prosecutors don’t play by the same rules—here’s how the charges, penalties, and defense strategy change depending on who’s coming after you.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · DUI Defense★★★★★ 5.0 · DUI DefenseWritten and legally reviewed by Michael Tamou, … Read more
What Are the Pros and Cons of Plea Bargaining in AZ?Michael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense5.0 · Criminal DefenseA plea deal can end a case fast, but it can also lock in a conviction you didn’t have to accept—here’s how to weigh the real tradeoffs before you sign anything.Recognized ByMichael TamouFounding Attorney · Criminal Defense★★★★★ … Read more