Flagstaff, AZ, Criminal Lawyer

Criminal charges dramatically alter your life. You could face years in prison, fines you cannot afford, and the stigma of being arrested and going to trial. Flagstaff courts, like the Coconino County Superior Court and Flagstaff Justice Court, take a hard line toward people charged with misdemeanors and felonies.

A skilled Flagstaff criminal attorney can help you make sense of the justice process, advocating for you during police interrogations, filing the proper motions to defend you before the trial, and crafting a defense that considers all the facts of your case.

Don’t underestimate the severity of your situation. Many charges carry penalties beyond jail time and fines, such as revocation of a driver’s license or deportation.

Flagstaff Criminal Charges Our Law Firm Handles

Whether you are facing a misdemeanor or a felony, we know you are worried about the consequences of a conviction. We handle a broad range of criminal cases, including:

DUI

Arizona Revised Statutes 28-1381 covers charges and penalties. We handle:

• First-time DUI
• Second-time DUI
• Extreme and super extreme DUI
• Aggravated DUI
• DUI drugs
• Restricted license 
• DUI stops and arrest checkpoints
• Underage DUI
• Boating DUI 

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be a misdemeanor or a felony.

Vehicular Crimes

Some of the vehicular charges we defend against include:

• Leaving the scene of the accident
• Unlawful flight from police
• Failure to comply with police
• Vehicular endangerment 
• Vehicular aggravated assault 
• Vehicular manslaughter  
• Vehicular negligent homicide 

Arizona Revised Statutes, Chapter 5, covers vehicular crime felonies and misdemeanors.

Traffic Ticket

We can help with these traffic ticket cases:

• Aggressive driving
• Reckless driving
• Racing and exhibition of speed
• Excessive and criminal speeding
• Suspended license
• Failure to stop or yield
• Interference with a traffic control device

A traffic ticket defense lawyer may be able to negotiate a lesser penalty.

Violent Crimes

Cases we handle include:

• Assault
• Aggravated assault
• Domestic violence
• Disorderly conduct
• Child endangerment
• Resisting arrest
• Stalking
• Harassment
• Kidnapping
• Manslaughter
• Second-degree murder
• Negligent homicide 

Arizona Revised Statutes 13-901.03 covers violent crimes, which are almost always felony charges, meaning jail time.

White Collar Crimes

Arizona Revised Statutes, Chapter 23, defines a broad range of fraud-related white-collar crimes. Some of the white-collar charges we defend clients against include:

• Fraud
• Embezzlement
• Bribery
• Forgery
• Money laundering
• False reporting
• RICO and racketeering

Whether you're charged with a felony depends on the value of the fraud.

Theft Crimes

Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 13, Chapters 15, 18, and 19, cover burglary, theft, and robbery crimes. Cases we handle include:

• Robbery
• Shoplifting
• Burglary and breaking and entering
• Auto theft and joyriding
• Extortion 

The seriousness of your charge depends on the property value and whether the crime was aggravated.

Property Crimes

Whether you're charged with a misdemeanor or felony and which class depends on the value of the damaged property. Common cases include:

• Criminal trespass
• Arson
• Trafficking in stolen property
• Criminal damage

Property damage crime in Arizona is defined as reckless defacing or damaging of another party’s property.

Conspiracy

Arizona Revised Statutes sections 13-1508 and 13-1704 consider conspiracy as a person’s intent to aid or promote the commission of a crime. This can include agreeing that another person will commit a crime on their behalf or committing an overt act that aids in the commission of the crime. 

Perjury

Perjury is a Class 4 felony in Arizona and is defined as knowingly making a false sworn statement (under oath) regarding a material issue or criminal case. Perjury can also be committed through certification, declaration, or verification of a statement, knowing the certification to be false. 

Drug Crimes

Drug crimes charges we handle include:

• Drug possession or use 
• Drug manufacturing and cultivation
• Drug possession for sale
• Drug trafficking and transportation
• Possession of drug paraphernalia

Drug crimes range from misdemeanor simple possession to felony drug trafficking and manufacturing of an illicit substance.

Probation Violations

If you're on probation as part of your criminal sentence, violating the terms of probation often means it’s revoked, and you finish the remainder of your sentence in prison or jail. Some people may unwittingly violate their probation; a Flagstaff criminal lawyer can help justify your violation. 

Juvenile Crimes

Juvenile offenders are treated differently than adults, both in terms of sentencing and whether the charge stays on their permanent record. Skilled Flagstaff criminal defense lawyers can help prevent a youthful misjudgment from haunting your child for the rest of their life. 

Gun Crimes

Gun crimes in Arizona encompass crimes in which a firearm is used or unlawful possession of a firearm. It also includes how a firearm is transported (concealed carry or open carry) and where it is taken (it’s a crime to bring a firearm to a school, for example).

Solicitation

A person who encourages, requests, or commands another to engage in a specific action that constitutes a misdemeanor or felony is considered soliciting the misdemeanor or felony. The level of charge depends on what crime is solicited; i.e., felony solicitation is soliciting another party to engage in a felony. 

Failure to Appear

If you are out of jail on bond, the terms of your release include appearing in any court actions, like a hearing or your trial. If you fail to appear for a scheduled court date, a warrant is issued for your arrest, and your bond will likely be revoked. 

Expungement

Expungement is the legal method of removing a crime from your permanent criminal record, placing you at the status you were before being charged with the crime and reinstating your legal rights. Some criminal matters in Arizona cannot be expunged, like certain sexual or violent offenses and some gun crimes.

Schedule a Consultation with Flagstaff Criminal Defense Lawyers

Don’t risk your future; if facing criminal charges in northern Arizona and anywhere in Coconino County, schedule a consultation with our Flagstaff criminal defense attorneys today. 

Criminal Law Firm in Flagstaff, AZ, with Extensive Experience & Proven Results

Experience matters and the legal team at Brandon White Law delivers. When you need an attorney to file a criminal complaint in Flagstaff, Arizona, contact us. We know the state’s criminal statutes very well; our years of experience litigating in northern Arizona courts give us an edge over a run-of-the-mill defense lawyer.

When you work with us, you benefit from:

• A defense that considers your unique situation;
• A tenacious negotiator to reduce your felony charges;
• A fierce criminal defense before a jury.

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Our Team

Meet the skilled criminal defense attorneys at Brandon White Law. Fight a criminal offense with our collective strength made up of former state police, former prosecutors and former public defenders! 

Testimonials

I, unfortunately, had a felony charge that was committed prior to having my first child and securing my salary position as a software engineer. I called BrandonWhiteLaw and had a very pleasant conversation, made a deal, secured Nicholas Spare(associate of Brandon White Law)  as my attorney and he immediately got to work! Not only did Nick and his paralegal help throughout the case, but truly their entire firm is so helpful :)

They are so polite, prompt, and helpful every time you call, always answering with, “who do I have the pleasure of talking to today?” Which really makes you feel welcomed and special.

While navigating the case and monthly payments, Shannon and Bree and every other person who answered the phone was so helpful and accommodating. They make it VERY VERY obvious that you’re not just a client with the care and attention and help they extend. I truly felt like home there during this very stressful time.

Nick and the firm fought very hard on my behalf, helping me avoid all major punishment by helping me get probation :)

Brandon White Law is a firm filled with highly talented lawyers and paralegals willing and ready to help you feel comfortable while fighting a case.

My entire young family cannot thank all of you enough — seriously thank you so much.