Hi folks. I’m usually not one to tell war stories, but this is probably an appropriate time to do so. Given the amount of violence going on in our country, I feel that everyone should stay safe and be
Many times, the first questions clients or potential clients ask involves a form called a “Notice to Appear”. I have been asked: do I need to attend this court date? What if I miss it? Do I explain my
Make no mistake about it: your Second Amendment affords you the right to bear arms.We here at Chuck Franklin Law protect those who desire the right to bear arms. But, while Arizona laws on guns are mu
I spent the first years of my legal career as a Deputy County Attorney. In the first year I was assigned a misdemeanor caseload of hundreds of cases at a time. Many of my cases were DUIs. Within the f
The holidays bring more law enforcement on the roads. Many Arizona agencies work together over select periods on special DUI enforcement efforts. Additional officers, checkpoints and extra patrol are
Thousands of cases nationwide involve the highly disputed Shaken Baby Syndrome Theory, a contsted science that is leaving parents to blame for a crime they did not commit.The story of Drayton and Mari
An all too common concern we hear is whether an arrest or conviction appears on a background check. Other similar questions involve determining exactly how far-reaching a conviction goes.Does it get r
In the state of Arizona, a person can be charged with assault even if the alleged perpetrator never physically touched the accuser. This may sound alarming, and it is considering the punishment could
Those lights flashing in the rearview mirror and the sirens blaring in your ears can be frightening and distressing for any driver. The situation can be especially stressful if the officer suspects th