Can I Represent Myself in Court? (Pro Per or Pro Se) A party in a court case may choose to represent themself rather than be represented by an attorney. When choosing to do so, they are referred to as a …
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Misdemeanor Compromise: A.R.S. 13-3981 A misdemeanor compromise may occur when the victim of a crime wishes for the charges against the offender of the crime to be dismissed. This choice is entirely voluntary on the part of the victim and …
What is a Stipulated Order in a Family Law Case? Family law cases are often fraught with emotional tension and can lead to multiple court hearings, or even trial, where a judge, rather than the parties themselves, decides the terms …
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What Happens at a Settlement Conference? Criminal cases in Arizona typically follow a similar pattern of steps within the case proceedings. However, not all cases will follow all steps, nor will all cases ultimately require going to trial. During a …
Termination of Parental Rights (Severance): A.R.S. 8-533 Family law cases are often the most emotionally challenging in the legal field, with cases involving children being among the most difficult. When a biological parent demonstrates an inability to care for their …
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Veterans Court in Arizona Some courts in the state of Arizona provide specialty court programs, known as Veterans Court, to help military veterans who are in, or entering, the criminal justice system. Typically, participants suffer from issues such as post-traumatic …
What is a Rule 69 Agreement? Family law cases, particularly those involving divorces and the parenting time of children, can be complicated. When the terms of these cases are ruled upon by judges, rather than the parties themselves, the lead-up …
Long-Distance Parenting Guidelines in Arizona When it comes to establishing parenting plans and parenting time, courts will always rule in the best interests of the child. However, parents who live more than 100 miles apart from each other, or who …
What is the Difference Between Being Charged and Being Convicted of a Crime? When it comes to the criminal justice system, it is important to understand the differences in case terminology. It is not unusual for people to confuse being …
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What is a China Doll Affidavit? In family court cases, attorney’s fees can be awarded after the filing of an application and affidavit that depicts the attorney’s billable rates, billable time, and tasks, ordering one party to pay some or …
