Phoenix
Criminal Defense
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Arrested, charged, or under investigation in Phoenix? Speak with a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer now — before statements, evidence, and the State’s narrative lock in against you.
Your Phoenix defense starts here.
Tell us what happened. We’ll respond within 24 hours — usually much sooner. Same-day jail visits, after-hours emergencies.
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Arizona prosecutors move fast — and they don’t wait for you to hire a lawyer. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor or a felony, the State begins building its case the moment you’re arrested. Witness statements, body cam footage, and physical evidence are being collected and used against you right now.
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Call 623-321-4699 — Speak to Michael Tamou NowPhoenix Municipal Court processes over 160,000 charges annually — making it the busiest court in Arizona and one of the top 10 in the nation.
Arizona has some of the toughest criminal sentencing laws in the country. Mandatory minimums, “truth in sentencing” requirements, and enhanced penalties for repeat offenders mean judges have limited discretion to reduce sentences. Phoenix Police Department operates with approximately 2,500 officers — 625 below authorized strength — which can lead to rushed investigations and procedural errors that an experienced defense lawyer can exploit. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor or a serious felony, the consequences of a conviction follow you for life. Your defense needs to start now.
Facing Criminal Charges?
DUI, domestic violence, assault, drug crimes, theft, fraud, weapons, sex crimes — we defend all charges in Phoenix Municipal Court and Maricopa County Superior Court.
Call 623-321-4699 →Facing Felony Charges?
Felony convictions carry prison time, loss of civil rights, and permanent consequences. We fight aggressively to dismiss or reduce felony charges before they destroy your future.
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Free consultations, same-day jail visits, after-hours emergencies. We respond immediately when your freedom, career, and future are on the line.
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Strong Results.
Stronger representation.
At Tamou Law Group, we defend people facing criminal charges across Phoenix and Maricopa County — from Phoenix Municipal Court through Superior Court. Aggressive, personalized representation to protect your rights at every stage.
Michael Tamou and his team, including former prosecutors and law enforcement officers, bring insider knowledge to every matter.
Aggressive Representation
Every case is unique. We build a defense strategy tailored to your specific charges, facts, and goals.
Relentless Dedication
We fight continuously to safeguard your rights and pursue the most favorable outcome possible.
Transparent Communication
We keep you informed at every step and explain your options in plain language — not legalese.
Award-Winning Defense
Michael Tamou has earned recognition from the most respected legal organizations in the country — and earned every one of them in the courtroom.
Every Phoenix Charge. Every Maricopa court.
Aggressive, tailored defense across every category of criminal charge in Arizona — from first-offense misdemeanors to serious felony allegations.
DUI / DWI Defense
First-offense through felony aggravated DUI — including extreme, super-extreme, and drug DUI cases.
Discuss Your CaseAssault & Violent Crimes
Misdemeanor assault, aggravated assault, disorderly conduct, and weapons-related violent offense charges.
Discuss Your CaseTheft & Property Crimes
Shoplifting, burglary, robbery, fraud, and felony theft charges throughout Arizona.
Discuss Your CaseDrug Offenses
Possession, possession with intent, paraphernalia, and drug trafficking defense.
Discuss Your CaseSex Crimes Defense
Discreet, aggressive defense for serious sex crime allegations and sensitive investigations.
Discuss Your CaseDomestic Violence
Aggressive defense against ARS 13-3601 domestic violence charges, order of protection issues, and related allegations.
Discuss Your CaseA Proven Defense Process
For Phoenix Criminal Cases
From the moment you call, our Phoenix criminal defense lawyers work through a proven five-step process — built by former prosecutors and law enforcement who know exactly how the State builds its case.
Immediate Response & Rights Protection
Contact us immediately after an arrest or charge. Arizona prosecutors move fast — charges are filed quickly, evidence is collected, and the State’s narrative begins forming. Our lawyers respond same-day, including after-hours emergencies and jail visits, to protect your rights from the start.
Evidence Review & Investigation
We review every detail — police reports, body cam footage, surveillance video, witness statements, forensic evidence, lab results, and search and seizure procedures. Criminal cases are often built on flawed evidence, constitutional violations, and one-sided accounts that we can challenge.
Strategic Defense Development
Our team builds a defense strategy tailored to your specific charges and circumstances. With former prosecutors and law enforcement on our team, we anticipate prosecution tactics, identify weaknesses in the State’s case, and determine the strongest path to dismissal, reduction, or acquittal.
Aggressive Courtroom Advocacy
We fight through motions to suppress, motions to dismiss, plea negotiations, and trial to secure the best possible outcome — dismissal, reduced charges, diversion programs, probation, or acquittal. We fight aggressively at every stage.
Record Protection & Restoration
From initial appearance through resolution, we stand by your side at every hearing and every critical decision. We work to minimize consequences, protect your civil rights, preserve your career, and pursue expungement or record sealing when eligible.
Real Wins.
Real Phoenix Cases.
Every case is unique and outcomes depend on the facts — but these recent results reflect how our firm handles serious criminal cases across Phoenix and Maricopa County.
Felony Aggravated Assault
Case Dismissed
After exposing inconsistencies in witness statements and weaknesses in the State’s evidence, the prosecution dismissed all felony charges.
White Collar Fraud Investigation
No Charges Filed
Early intervention, document review, and strategic communication with prosecutors prevented formal criminal charges from ever being filed.
Super Extreme DUI With Accident
Case Dismissed
Our team filed a motion to dismiss based on constitutional violations by police, leading to a complete dismissal of all charges.
Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
Case Dismissed
Early onset evidence review and analysis helped motion the prosecution to dismiss the case with prejudice.
Felony Drug Sales
Charges Reduced · No Prison
Challenging the investigation and evidentiary issues resulted in a significantly reduced outcome — no prison time for the client.
Weapons Misconduct (Felony)
Counts Dismissed
Constitutional challenges and evidentiary issues resulted in multiple counts being dismissed entirely.
Domestic Violence (Felony)
Charges Reduced
After uncovering context issues and credibility concerns, the case was resolved on substantially more favorable terms.
Theft / Financial Crime
Case Dismissed
Detailed financial analysis and evidence review exposed major gaps in the State’s case, leading to a complete dismissal.
Pre-Charge Criminal Investigation
No Charges Filed
Early legal intervention prevented charges from being filed after presenting favorable evidence to prosecutors during the investigation phase.
Arizona Criminal Penalties
& Sentencing Framework
Arizona has some of the toughest sentencing laws in the country. Tap each category below to see the penalty ranges for your charge classification.
Felony Sentencing (Class 1–6)+
Misdemeanor Sentencing (Class 1–3)+
Dangerous Offenses — Mandatory Prison+
Any felony involving a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument eliminates probation — the judge must impose prison.
Prior Convictions & Enhancements+
One Prior Felony — Ranges nearly double. A Class 4 felony jumps from 1–3.75 years to 2.25–7.5 years.
Two+ Prior Felonies — Ranges can triple. A Class 4 felony carries 6–15 years. No probation.
Truth in Sentencing — Must serve at least 85% of sentence before release eligibility.
Consecutive Sentences — Multiple counts can run back-to-back, resulting in decades of prison.
Collateral Consequences of Any Conviction+
Permanent criminal record — Appears on every background check for life.
Loss of firearm rights — Any felony prohibits guns. Misdemeanor DV also bans firearms permanently.
Immigration consequences — Many convictions render non-citizens deportable or inadmissible.
Professional licensing — Can end careers in healthcare, education, finance, and law enforcement.
Critical Steps
After Any Arrest In Phoenix
What you do in the first 24–48 hours after an arrest can determine your case outcome. Protecting your rights starts the moment police contact you.
Remain Silent
Beyond providing basic identification, say nothing to police. Do not explain, apologize, or try to talk your way out of it. Everything you say will be used against you in court.
Request an Attorney
Clearly state “I want a lawyer” and repeat as necessary. Do not answer questions, sign statements, or agree to interviews without legal counsel present.
Do Not Consent to Searches
Politely but clearly state “I do not consent to a search.” If police search anyway, your lawyer can challenge the legality later. Never physically resist.
Preserve Evidence
Save all text messages, photos, videos, receipts, and documents related to the incident. Do not delete anything. This evidence may prove your innocence.
Call Tamou Law Group at 623-321-4699
We provide immediate legal representation, same-day jail visits, and aggressive criminal defense for arrests anywhere in Maricopa County.
Do Not Discuss Your Case
Do not talk about the arrest with anyone except your attorney. Do not post on social media. Phone calls from jail are recorded.
Why Choose
Tamou Law Group
“When prosecutors come after you, you need defenders who’ve sat on the other side of that table.”
Michael Tamou and his team combine insider knowledge with relentless courtroom advocacy — giving our clients an edge most firms simply can’t match.
Talk To An Attorney1,000+ Case Wins Across Arizona
Former Prosecutors & Law Enforcement
Available To Clients 24 / 7
Flexible Payment Plans
Free Confidential Consultations
Aggressive Trial-Ready Defense
100% Criminal Defense. Nothing Else.
We don’t dabble in family law, personal injury, or estates. Criminal defense is all we do — and because we live in Arizona courtrooms every day, we know the prosecutors, judges, and tendencies that shape outcomes.
Criminal Law Only
While general-practice firms juggle divorces, car accidents, and wills alongside criminal cases, Tamou Law Group handles only criminal defense. That focus means deeper expertise, sharper strategy, and a team that lives and breathes Arizona criminal procedure — not a firm where your felony case shares attention with someone’s property dispute.
- Family law & divorce
- Personal injury
- Estate planning & wills
- Real estate & business
- Criminal defense — exclusively
Insider Courtroom Knowledge
Every Maricopa County courthouse. Every Superior Court. Every municipal court in the Valley. We know them because we’re in them every single week.
We’ve Appeared Before
We Know by Name
We Practice In
Courts we regularly appear in:
What Our clients say.
We’re proud of the results we deliver. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with Tamou Law Group.
Phoenix Criminal Defense FAQs.
Answers to the most common questions we get from people facing charges in Phoenix and Maricopa County.
Q.01What should I do if I’m arrested in Phoenix?
Remain silent beyond basic identification, clearly request a lawyer, do not consent to searches, preserve all evidence, and call Tamou Law Group at 623-321-4699 immediately. Do not discuss your case with anyone except your attorney.
Q.02What’s the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
Misdemeanors carry up to 6 months in jail while felonies carry prison terms exceeding one year. Felony convictions also result in loss of civil rights including gun ownership and voting. Both create permanent criminal records that affect employment and housing.
Q.03Can criminal charges be dismissed?
Yes. Criminal charges can be dismissed through lack of evidence, constitutional violations (illegal search, Miranda violations), witness credibility issues, self-defense claims, false accusation defenses, or successful completion of diversion programs.
Q.04What is a “dangerous offense” in Arizona?
A dangerous offense involves the use, threatening exhibition, or discharge of a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument. Dangerous offenses carry mandatory prison — the judge cannot grant probation. Sentencing ranges are significantly enhanced.
Q.05Do I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor?
Yes. Even misdemeanor convictions create permanent criminal records, can trigger professional licensing consequences, affect immigration status, and carry jail time. An experienced defense lawyer can often get misdemeanor charges dismissed or reduced.
Q.06What charges does Tamou Law Group defend?
We defend all criminal charges — DUI, domestic violence, assault, drug crimes, theft, fraud, sex crimes, weapons charges, probation violations, warrants, disorderly conduct, criminal damage, and all other misdemeanor and felony offenses in Maricopa County.
Q.07How much does a criminal defense lawyer cost?
Costs vary based on charge severity and complexity. Misdemeanor cases typically range $2,000–$5,000. Felony cases range $5,000–$25,000 or more for complex cases. Tamou Law Group offers affordable payment plans and free consultations.
Q.08Can a criminal record be expunged in Arizona?
Arizona allows record expungement for certain charges under ARS § 13-911. Eligible cases include dismissed charges, acquittals, and some completed convictions after waiting periods. We handle expungement cases throughout Maricopa County.
Q.09Will a criminal conviction affect my immigration status?
Yes. Many criminal convictions — including DUI, domestic violence, drug offenses, theft, and fraud — can render non-citizens deportable or inadmissible. Immigration consequences make aggressive defense critical for non-citizens.
Q.10What if I’m innocent?
Innocence does not protect you from conviction without proper legal defense. False accusations, mistaken identity, and circumstantial evidence lead to wrongful convictions. An experienced criminal defense lawyer investigates, gathers exculpatory evidence, and fights to prove your innocence.
Q.11Can I represent myself in a criminal case?
You have the legal right to represent yourself, but it is strongly discouraged. Prosecutors are experienced trial lawyers who handle hundreds of cases. Without knowledge of evidence rules, constitutional law, and sentencing procedures, self-represented defendants face significantly worse outcomes.
Q.12Why choose Tamou Law Group?
Over 1,000 cases won, a team that includes former prosecutors and law enforcement, fast response times, same-day jail visits, serious case preparation, and aggressive advocacy to protect your freedom, record, and reputation across Phoenix and Maricopa County.
Contact Tamou Law Group
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Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Phoenix, AZ 85016
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