What to Expect & How It Helps When you’re facing a legal issue—whether it’s a criminal charge, a family law dispute, or a personal injury claim—the first step is often the hardest: reaching out for help. At Rideout Law Group, […]
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What You Need to Know White collar crimes are non-violent offenses typically committed for financial gain. These crimes are often complex, involving deceit, manipulation, or abuse of trust, and can be prosecuted under both state and federal laws. In Arizona,
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What you Should Know In an age where social media marketplaces offer easy access to secondhand goods, it’s also easier than ever to unknowingly purchase stolen property. If you live in Arizona and have bought something off Facebook Marketplace—only to
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What you Should Know For many young people and their families, involvement with the juvenile justice system raises long-term concerns—especially when it comes to future employment, education, housing, or military opportunities. A common question we hear at Rideout Law Group
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How to Prevent Package Theft Porch piracy—the act of stealing packages from someone’s doorstep—has become one of the fastest-growing property crimes in Arizona, especially during the holidays and peak delivery seasons. But is it actually illegal? And what can you
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What It Means for Criminal Justice Reform In the United States, recidivism—the tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend—remains one of the most pressing challenges in the criminal justice system. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS), roughly two-thirds
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What You Should Know When someone hears the term “deadly weapon,” firearms usually come to mind. But in Arizona, the legal definition is broader—and being charged with a crime involving a deadly weapon can carry severe penalties. Whether you’re facing
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Are the police watching you? It might be more than a feeling. If you suspect that law enforcement is investigating you, it’s critical to understand the warning signs and act quickly. Police often build cases quietly before making an arrest.
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What Are Arizona’s Voyeurism Laws and Penalties? Voyeurism is a serious criminal offense in Arizona that can carry life-altering consequences. Whether the charge stems from a moment of poor judgment or a misunderstanding, knowing the sentencing guidelines and your legal
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Understanding the “No Contest” Plea in Arizona Criminal Cases When facing criminal charges in Arizona, defendants have several options for how to plead: guilty, not guilty, or no contest. While most people are familiar with guilty and not guilty pleas,
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