In Arizona, ARS 13-1405 makes it illegal for a person 18 years of age or older to intentionally or knowingly engage in sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with someone less than 18 years old—even if the minor consents. This is known as sexual conduct with a minor, commonly referred to as “statutory rape.”

If you are facing a charge under Arizona’s statute that prohibits knowingly engaging in sexual conduct with a minor then you may be wondering what it means and the penalties the state might seek to impose on you.

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ARS 13-1403 is the statute that defines public sexual indecency, for which you can face a class 1 misdemeanor or class 5 felony.

If you are facing Arizona public indecency charges, AZ Defenders can represent you. Our experienced sex crimes defense lawyers know how to negotiate with prosecuting attorneys and construct a strong legal defense. 

Call us at (480) 456-6400 to speak with a sex crimes criminal defense lawyer and to set up a free consultation to discuss your legal options.

What is Public Sexual Indecency?

The statutory definition of public sexual indecency reads as follows:

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Threatening another person with physical injury or serious property damage is illegal in the state of Arizona. You do not need to actually carry out the threat to be arrested and prosecuted for it. This makes threats different from other crimes that require committing a physical act upon another person, like criminal assault, kidnapping, sexual assault, or murder. 

If you have been charged with making threats, call AZ Defenders at any time, day or night, at (480) 456-6400. You can also contact us on our website to ask a question to one of our criminal defense specialists or to arrange…
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Arizona’s endangerment law ARS 13-1201, makes it a crime to put others at serious risk of death or physical injury. Violation of this law is punishable by jail time, fines, and other penalties.

As we will see, you can be accused of endangerment for several kinds of behaviors. This is partly because the crime of endangerment can be subject to discretionary judgment by an arresting police officer and prosecuting attorneys.

The AZ Defenders law firm represents individuals charged with endangerment. If you are facing an endangerment charge, then call us at (480) 456-6400 to schedule a free consultation with an…
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Arizona law has multiple statutes that make violent behavior punishable as a crime. Here, we will cover how Arizona’s revised statutes make assaulting another person illegal, the remedies available to victims of criminal assault, and the defenses you may have if you are charged with criminal assault in the state.

If you have been charged with assault in Arizona, the law firm of AZ Defenders can represent you in negotiations with a prosecuting attorney and at trial. Call us at (480) 456-6400 today to arrange a free consultation with one of our Arizona criminal defense attorneys.

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Arizona law has multiple statutes that make violent behavior punishable as a crime. Here, we will cover how Arizona’s revised statutes make assaulting another person illegal, the remedies available to victims of criminal assault, and the defenses you may have if you are charged with criminal assault in the state.

If you have been charged with assault in Arizona, the law firm of AZ Defenders can represent you in negotiations with a prosecuting attorney and at trial. Call us at (480) 456-6400 today to arrange a free consultation with one of our Arizona criminal defense attorneys.

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In Arizona, the context of a crime matters. Some offenses are more severe than others, and certain circumstances can lead to harsher penalties. These are called “aggravated” crimes.

Aggravated crimes are often treated with more severity. For example, assault can become “aggravated” and is a felony if the defendant’s actions are considered especially severe under Arizona law.

Being convicted of an aggravated assault charge can mean facing incarceration, crippling fines, and long-term effects on both your personal life as well as your professional life. With so much at stake, choosing the right attorney to represent you is pivotal to ensuring…
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Arizona criminal law adheres to the principle of “let the punishment fit the crime” by categorizing criminal offenses into different levels of severity, including various degrees or “classes” of misdemeanors and felonies.

Here, we examine the most severe Arizona felony class: Class 1 Felonies.

No matter what kind of crime you may be charged with, including less serious crimes, the AZ Defenders law firm has Arizona criminal defense attorneys with over 100 years of combined practice experience who can stand between you and the state. We will zealously represent your interests during criminal investigations, plea negotiations, trials, and appeals.

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One of the things that civilized societies seek to guarantee their residents is the right to live in peace. This means that certain disruptive behaviors that interfere with the right of others to live peaceably are prohibited by law.

Arizona is no exception to this rule and has its own disorderly conduct law that allows police to arrest people who violate it. If you have been charged with disorderly conduct in Arizona, the difference between being charged with a misdemeanor or a felony or having the charge against you dismissed can come down to the quality of your legal representation.
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Arizona statutes do not treat every criminal offense the same. Each charge is divided into one of the three categories based on their severity. These categories include petty offenses, misdemeanors, and felony offenses. 

On this page, we simplify understanding Arizona’s criminal laws by examining one class of misdemeanors: Class 3.

Have you been charged with a misdemeanor crime in Arizona? Our criminal defense experts at the AZ Defenders can help. We provide legal representation for clients accused of Class 3 misdemeanor charges in Arizona and all other kinds of petty offense, felony, and misdemeanor cases.

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Arizona law divides crimes into three main categories: minor offenses, misdemeanors, and felonies. These categories range in severity. 

Felonies carry the most severe penalties, including state prison time instead of county jail sentences, longer periods of incarceration, and more costly financial penalties. In fact, the longest prison sentence you might face if convicted is 35 years.

At the AZ Defenders law firm, we represent clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies. If you are being accused of a criminal offense in Arizona, call us at (480) 456-6400. We are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

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Arizona criminal law statutes group crimes into three broad categories of severity: petty offenses, misdemeanor offenses, and felony crimes.

Here, we take an in-depth look at what a Class 1 Arizona misdemeanor is, what it can mean to you to be convicted of one, and how having the right criminal defense attorney on your side can help you if you are charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor.

Have you been charged with a felony or misdemeanor criminal offense in Arizona? If so, contact us at the AZ Defenders as soon as possible. We are experienced criminal defense attorneys who have…
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Arizona has many kinds of criminal laws: petty offenses, misdemeanors, felony offenses, and even additional classes of laws within felonies and misdemeanor offenses. If you are not an experienced Arizona criminal defense lawyer, it can be confusing to sort them all out.

On this page, we simplify how to understand Arizona’s criminal laws by closely examining one class of the state’s misdemeanor laws: Class 2 misdemeanors.

Have you been charged with a misdemeanor in Arizona? Our criminal defense experts at the AZ Defenders can help. We have represented clients accused of Class 2 misdemeanor charges in Arizona, as well as…
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