Covid-19 and the impacts on those awaiting trial Weeks ago, COVID-19 cases in Arizona were in the double digits. Today we have 1,157 cases with 20 deaths. Jails are an absolute breeding ground for this virus due to increased crowding, delays in medical evaluation and treatment, rationed access to soap, water,

Army Vet wins case against Glendale Won at trial in CM-2019017687 on a Rule 20 Motion for Judgment of Acquittal. A.R.C.P 20 states that during a trial, after the close of evidence on either side, and on a motion, the court must enter a judgment of acquittal on any offense charged

Jack Litwak Top 40 Under 40! The National Trial Lawyers is pleased to announce that Jack Litwak of Litwak Law Group in Phoenix has been selected for inclusion into its Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in Arizona, an honor given to only a select group of lawyers for

Assault in Arizona - A.R.S. § 13-1203 A.R.S. § 13-1203 defines assault as the following: Class 1 misdemeanor: Intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing another person physical injury. Class 2 misdemeanor: Intentionally placing someone else in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury. Class 3 misdemeanor: Knowingly touching a person with the intent to provoke, insult,

Punishments for Theft Charges in Arizona The punishment for theft will depend upon the class of the alleged offense. Arizona classifies theft categories based on the value of the stolen property, goods, or services. The classes are as follows: Petty theft. Petty theft describes the theft of property valued at $1,000 or