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Connect with Arizona Prison Inmates: How to Send Mail, Money, and Phone
It may be challenging to have a loved one sentenced to an Arizona prison system but it’s important to stay connected; in fact, it’s essential for their emotional and mental well-being. We understand how much you care for them and want to support them through…
Josephine Pesaresi Hallam Named a 2022 Elite Lawyer
Josephine Pesaresi Hallam has been named a 2022 Elite Lawyer. Only the most outstanding and experienced attorneys receive the Elite Lawyer Award and Josephine has been selected as one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Arizona.
2021 Scholarship Winner
Hallam Law Group is happy to announce Anna Tovchigrechko as our 2021 Scholarship Winner. We have received more applications than ever before. The scholarship for 2022 is now open. You may start applying here: Scholarship Application
What Happens After a Defendant Is Sentenced to Prison in Arizona State Criminal Court?
Information for families preparing for a loved one entering the Arizona Department of Corrections: If your loved one is sentenced to serve time in the Arizona Department of Corrections, they will be taken from the courtroom directly to the County jail until the pick up…
When Should I Call the Police During a Domestic Dispute?
Key Takeaways Call the police during a domestic dispute only when there is injury, a threat of harm, or ongoing violence. Police cannot cool down a nonviolent argument, and the caller cannot drop charges once officers respond. In Arizona, domestic violence is a designation attached…
10 Odd Laws in Arizona You Should Know
Law evolves over time as society changes. However, some strange laws still remain on the books in many places, including Arizona. While not all remain enforced, a few of these unexpected regulations can leave you wondering how lawmakers passed them in the first place. Here…
What Happens If You Don’t Go to Jury Duty?
If you are a resident of Arizona between the ages of 18 and 75, you could receive a request for jury duty. When you receive a jury summons, do not ignore it. Under Arizona and federal law, you must appear for jury duty unless you…
When Are the Police Allowed to Search My Belongings?
The fourth amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches of personal property by police. The word reasonable, however, means this search is open to some interpretation. The fourth amendment does make clear that police need written permission to search a person’s belongings if they are investigating…
Arizona Gun Laws You Should Know
Arizona gun laws are much less stringent than in most other states in the country. State law allows anyone over 18 to open carry, and anyone over 21 can conceal a weapon without a permit. Despite the permissiveness of AZ’s gun law, the constant conversation…
What is Considered Indecent Exposure in Arizona?
Indecent exposure is a serious offense in the United States as well as in Arizona. Several key factors determine the seriousness of an indecent exposure conviction, including whether the event was reckless in nature, the location where it happened, and the age of the victim.…
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