Category: Understanding Your Rights

Is Reading And Writing A Requirement To Serve On A Jury?

November 23rd, 2009

We should all be able to agree if you are charged with a crime, you should get a fair trial. An obvious prerequisite to a fair trial is that the jurors at least understand everything going on in the courtroom. That is, a juror should, at a minimum, be able to comprehend all evidence presented and understand the rules (i.e.…

7 Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Seizure and Asset Forfeiture

August 12th, 2009

Asset forfeiture occurs when the government claims someone has profited from criminal activity.  The government will then attempt to seize the proceeds of that criminal conduct.  However, law enforcement often seizes money and property well beyond what the law allows.  Common scenarios include a person who was not involved in a crime yet has their property taken; or when there…

Can I Go To Work During My Jail Term?

July 21st, 2009

There are many crimes in Arizona that result in a person serving a term of jail.  A term of jail can devastate a person’s career.  However, there are two programs that will allow a person to continue working while a person is serving a term of jail.  Furthermore, these programs DO NOT extend the time a person spends in custody.…

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