What Does “No Contest” Mean in Court?
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law, Blog, Criminal Defense, Legal Glossary
Understanding the “No Contest” Plea in Arizona Criminal Cases When facing criminal charges in Arizona, defendants have several options for ...
Thief vs. Robber: What’s the Difference Between Stealing and Robbery in Arizona?
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law, Criminal Defense, Legal Definitions, Scottsdale Legal Blog
What You Should Know You’ve likely heard the terms “thief” and “robber” used interchangeably, but under Arizona law, these labels ...
Is Threatening Someone a Crime in Arizona?
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law, Criminal Defense, Lake Havasu Legal Blog, Scottsdale Legal Blog
What You Should Know Threatening another person in Arizona can carry serious legal consequences—even if no physical harm occurs. Under ...
What You Need to Know About Arizona’s Stand Your Ground Law
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law, Criminal Defense, Legal Guides, Rideout Law Blog, Self-Defense Laws
Rideout Law Group Explains In Arizona, self-defense laws allow residents to protect themselves when faced with a threat — and ...
What Is a Deposition in a Legal Case?
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Legal Process
Rideout Law Group Explains When you're involved in a legal case—whether it's a criminal matter, a family law dispute, or ...
Penalty for Transporting Illegal Immigrants in Arizona
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law Blog, Criminal Defense, Immigration-Related Crimes, Lake Havasu Legal News, Scottsdale Legal News
What You Need to Know Arizona law takes immigration-related offenses seriously—especially when it comes to transporting individuals who are unlawfully ...
Understanding Felonies in Arizona
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law Blog, Criminal Defense, Felony Charges
4 Common Charges Explained Felonies in Arizona carry serious consequences—including prison time, steep fines, and long-term damage to your future. ...
Common Reasons Domestic Violence Cases Get Dismissed
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Scottsdale Legal Blog
What You Should Know Domestic violence charges carry serious consequences in Arizona, including jail time, protective orders, and long-term effects ...
Is Catfishing Illegal in Arizona?
By Brad Rideout | | Arizona Law Blog, Criminal Defense, Internet Crimes
What You Should Know The internet has made it easier than ever to connect with people. But with that accessibility ...