Español Are you overwhelmed with bills? Do you wish you had won the lottery to alleviate you from all your debt? Although the answer to that last question is more than likely a “yes please” that’s not the only way of making you debt free. There are some federal laws that can help you relieve […]
¿Qué pasa si falto a mi fecha de corte en Arizona?
Ya sea que su comparecencia ante la corte se deba a un cargo penal, una citación u otra citación, es ilegal saltarse una cita ante la corte. Si perdió su cita en la corte en Arizona puede tener graves consecuencias. Si no asiste a una cita en la corte por cualquier motivo, es importante consultar […]
Important Info on Drug Possession Laws in Arizona
Español Arizona has very detailed drug possession laws that list the type and quantity of drugs prohibited and the corresponding penalties involved. Penalties can vary due to several factors, including your previous criminal history and whether you are facing a charge for simple (personal-use) or possession or possession with intent to sell. As a result, […]
Don’t Let a DUI Ruin Your Father’s Day
Father’s Day is coming up soon and with it comes many celebrations. For some dads, nothing goes better with Father’s Day than a glass of wine, a pint of beer, or a highball cocktail. If libations are part of your plans this year, Lerner and Rowe Law Group wants to remind you to celebrate safely […]
What Is Arson?
In Arizona, most types of arson are a felony and can lend to stiff fines, jail or prison time, and a permanent criminal record. Arizona laws classify arson charges based on the type of structure involved, its value, and whether it was occupied. However, they all include severe penalties. If a person suffers injury during […]
What Debts Can Be Discharged in Bankruptcy?
If you are drowning in debt, bankruptcy may be the solution to your financial woes. Individual debtors can file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. As a result, if you are seeking a fresh start and many of your debts qualify for discharge, Chapter 7 may be right for you. However, if you are […]
2018 Photo Radar Changes
Beginning August 3, 2018, Law Enforcement Must Review Photo Radar Evidence Before a Issuing Citations Recently, the Arizona legislature amended Arizona Revised Statute § 28-1602, Arizona’s photo enforcement statute, to require law enforcement to review evidence from photo-radar cameras before a ticket can be issued. Additionally, the bill makes it a crime for photo-enforcement companies […]
DUI Convictions & Employment Background Checks
If you have a DUI, “driving under the influence”, conviction on your record, perhaps you already know that this can negatively impact your current employment or job prospects. Your current employer may see it if they run a background check on you. And, if you’re looking for a job, any potential employer will almost certainly […]
Your Teen Could be Arrested for Underage Drinking on Prom Night
Special high school events like prom night often include after parties where alcohol may be available. Many adolescents, facing peer pressure, may see drinking on prom night as a rite of passage. As their parent, you are their first line of defense. Not talking to your child about the dangers of underage drinking could require […]
Useful Pieces of Wisdom from Arizona Kidnapping Attorneys
Kidnapping is a serious offense. While you might think of it as a stranger kidnapping and holding another stranger (often a child) for money, it’s actually often not that clear-cut. “Kidnapping” can often include situations like a parent failing to return their child in a timely fashion to an ex-spouse after a visitation. Arizona kidnapping […]