Petersen Johnson Defends Your Rights
Do You Need a Criminal Attorney to Defend Your Rights?
Life happens, and when it does, and you might find yourself in a position that you hadn’t
planned…sending you on the quest for a good Criminal Attorney in Phoenix. From simple shoplifting to attempted murder, we are here to defend your rights and the rights of the wrongfully accused.
The best time to hire a criminal attorney in Arizona is within the first few hours after you have been arrested.
How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help You
Hiring an experienced criminal attorney could mean the difference between spending some short time in jail, a long time in prison, or no incarceration at all. Criminal charges run the gamut in Arizona and include, but are not limited to, the following:
- DUI
- Shoplifting
- Domestic violence
- White-collar crimes
- Assault
- Sexual offenses
- Theft
- Robbery
- Violent crimes
- Attempted murder and murder
Often a person charged with a crime does not fully understand the ramifications of being arrested or convicted. A conviction for a crime can impact your:
- Credit rating
- Ability to rent or lease an apartment
- Future college choices
- Current or future employment
A conviction for some crimes precludes one from ever legally owning or possessing a firearm.
Because laws change so often in Arizona, it’s imperative for you to have a Criminal Attorney in Phoenix who knows and stays current with criminal law.