A solicitation charge can arise from a number of circumstances, such as a direct message on a classified site or a misunderstood phone call. Next thing you know, you’ve arrived at a hotel address near Mill Avenue and Tempe PD officers are waiting when you arrive. A Tempe hotel sting arrest moves that fast. The […]
Chandler 4th of July: Shannon’s Law Gunfire Arrests
Every July, the neighborhoods of Chandler are filled with families enjoying themselves, backyard BBQs, and folks going to watch the fireworks, but tragically not every 4th of July celebration ends without incident. While some people celebrate by firing a gun in the air, this is actually a Class 6 felony under Arizona’s “Shannon’s Law” (A.R.S. […]
Glendale Summer DUI Checkpoint Sweeps
Summer in Glendale means packed venues, tailgates, and late-night fun at the Westgate Entertainment District. It also brings out the West Valley DUI Task Force in full swing. If you’ve been stopped or arrested at one of these Glendale summer DUI checkpoint, the next few hours are going to be pretty critical. In Arizona, the […]
Gilbert Cyber Harassment & Revenge Porn Charges
In 2026, the Gilbert Police Department significantly ramped up its investigations into teen cyber harassment and so-called ‘revenge porn,’ following high-profile arrests involving the hacking of social media accounts to distribute explicit images. These investigations frequently lead to charges for computer tampering, identity theft, and sexual exploitation of a minor, all of which carry felony […]
Peoria Summer Patrols: Armed Robbery Charges
A Peoria, AZ, armed robbery charge can arise from situations that escalate unexpectedly, such as a confrontation near a parking lot, a dispute that turns physical near a shopping center, or a theft where someone implied they had a weapon they never actually showed. The Peoria Police Department has ramped up summer patrols across the […]
Tolleson House Party Assault and Gun Charges
A Tolleson house party assault can turn a festive party into a crime scene in minutes. The Tolleson Police Department is adopting a zero-tolerance approach for summer gatherings reported to be out-of-control after a May 2026 shooting at a Tolleson house party left a 21-year-old with life-threatening injuries. This shift makes bystanders and those acting […]
Loop 303 DUI Sweeps: Aggravated Assault Risks
Every summer, DUI enforcement on the West Valley’s busiest roads increases. Whether you’re leaving the Westgate Entertainment District or returning from Desert Diamond Casino West Valley, Loop 303, Bell Road, and Greenway Road are heavily enforced all summer. The Surprise Police Department and the Surprise West Valley DUI Task Force actively patrol the area. Many […]
Camelback Rd: Disorderly Weapon Charges
Following the May 6 shootings at the Circle K near Miller and Camelback roads, Scottsdale PD launched a zero-tolerance summer enforcement initiative in the surrounding area. A Camelback Road weapon arrest can now happen to someone with a clean record and a valid concealed carry permit. For example, a visible firearm and a heated exchange […]
Phoenix Car Vandalism: Criminal Damage Charges
In Arizona, car vandalism can land you in some serious hot water. Scratched door paint, a cracked window, or a shattered side mirror may seem minor, but the act itself that caused the damage can result in criminal charges. If you have been accused of vandalism and are looking for a top Phoenix car vandalism […]
Tucson Safe City Initiative Arrests
Tucson’s Safe City Initiative produced more than 800 drug-related arrests in the first quarter of 2026 alone, a 67% spike over the same period in prior years. With monthly C.O.R.E. unit deployments continuing into the summer, that pace is not slowing down. Tucson Safe City Initiative arrests for drug possession or DUI can carry mandatory […]