Arizona law treats indecent exposure as a serious criminal offense, but is indecent exposure sexual assault under state law? The answer depends on context. While indecent exposure does not automatically qualify as sexual assault, prosecutors may file it under Arizona’s chapter of sexual offenses, a…
In Phoenix, there’s no fixed deadline to report sexual assault. Charges can be filed years later, especially in cases involving minors or DNA evidence. A sexual assault investigation can last anywhere from several weeks to more than a year, depending on how quickly evidence is…
What are the tiers of sex offenders? The 2006 Adam Walsh Act classifies sex offenders into three tiers based on crime severity and their assessed reoffending risk. This system helps determine how long offenders must remain on public registries, what restrictions apply, and how authorities…
If you are facing criminal charges or local sexual misconduct with a minor allegations, an attorney from the Hallam Law Group can explain the Arizona sexual conduct with a minor penalty that you may be facing. By understanding the potential process and penalties, you can…
Few laws are as strict as Arizona child sexual abuse laws. Not only do they have serious consequences for those convicted, but they are also intricate and can be difficult to understand. It’s possible that you are unaware that some of these laws exist. If…
The rise in technological communication has led to a string of new behaviors and actions, and with that, new related laws. When teenagers communicate via text messages, they may find themselves in dangerous situations. “Sexting,” or texting sexually explicit material and/or photographs, is a common…
Domestic abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, rape…as a victim and survivor, you face unique fears and triggers. When your financial situation forces you to continue living next door to your assailant, you can suffer serious mental and emotional strife, as well as fear for your…
Most of us when we hear the word rape, think of something that we’ve seen in the media. We imagine girls getting attacked and assaulted in the middle of the night or in an isolated location. But let’s be clear about what rape is and…