Monthly Archives: November 2011

Phoenix Serial Sex Crime Offender Located

Police in Phoenix have finally tracked down the man they believe to be responsible for committing multiple sex crimes in Arizona. It took authorities over 10 years to finally track the man down. The man has been accused of kidnapping … Read More

Posted in Sex Crimes |

87 yr old transporting drugs claims he was threatened

He knew that transporting drugs was against the law, that doing so could lead to being charged with criminal drug transport. He knew the risks he was taking with the justice system. He knew the risks, and he did it … Read More

Posted in Drug Crime |

Phoenix Police Detective Accused of Stealing Drugs

An unidentified Phoenix police detective who investigators believe stole as many as 2,400 narcotic pills from the department’s evidence room has submitted his resignation, according to a news report. The theft was allegedly discovered by the department’s Professional Standards Bureau, … Read More

Posted in Theft |

What to Do If You Are Pulled Over for DUI

If you are pulled over by the police on suspicion of DUI, there are things you should – and should not – do to help beat the charges that may be filed against you, whether you had no drinks, one … Read More

Posted in DUI |

When Police Can Search Without a Warrant

In general, there are four situations when police can search your person, car or home without a warrant: If you give consent. If the police ask for your permission to conduct a search and you agree, then a warrant is … Read More

Posted in Violent Crime |

How to Assert Your Right to Remain Silent.

If you are arrested or subject to custodial interogation, you are entitled to certain rights that were given to you by the U.S. Supreme Court in Miranda v. Arizona. The police should “read you your rights”, or what is also … Read More

Posted in Criminal Defense |

What are Your Miranda Rights?

Most people are familiar with the concept of the police having to read someone their rights due to the popularity of crime TV shows and movies. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. The real issue is whether any statement … Read More

Posted in Criminal Defense |

Supreme Court addresses 14-year-old’s sentenced to life

When someone is charged with committing a violent crime, it can be an extremely frightening experience. The consequences can be severe including the possibility of being charged with a life sentence. When the defendant is a juvenile with the rest … Read More

Posted in Violent Crime |

Will the police be involved in Bieber paternity allegations?

There has been a swirling media storm over the allegations made recently about the possibility that Justin Bieber, the teen pop singer, fathered a young fan’s child. The allegations came to light when the young woman filed a paternity suit … Read More

Posted in Sex Crimes |

Can You Refuse a Search of Your Car by Police?

Many people who are pulled over by the police for a traffic violation or any other reason wonder if they are allowed to refuse a police officer’s request to conduct a search of their person and their vehicle. The answer … Read More

Posted in Criminal Defense |