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Disorderly Conduct Laws and Penalties
Whenever people engage in conduct that is likely to cause a disturbance or lead to some sort of non-peaceful event, this behavior is often prosecuted as disorderly conduct, sometimes referred to as “breach of the peace.”
Class A and Level One Felonies
Felonies classified as “Class A,” "Class One," or “Level One” are the most serious crimes, short of death penalty crimes. They incur long prison sentences and hefty fines.
Class A and Level One Misdemeanors
Among misdemeanors, Class A or Level One crimes are the most serious, incurring fines and jail time of up to one year in most states.
Resisting Arrest: Laws, Penalties, and Defenses
Resisting arrest occurs when a person interferes with a law enforcement officer’s attempt to perform a lawful arrest. Some states call the crime “obstruction.”
Possession of a Controlled Substance in Arizona
Learn how Arizona classifies and penalizes drug possession offenses, including marijuana.
Felony Assault & Battery: Laws and Penalties
Assault and battery become felony-level offenses when the risk of harm, the attempted harm, or the actual harm increases or when other aggravating circumstances exist.
Juvenile Theft and Burglary Laws
All states criminalize theft and burglary, and a juvenile who commits these offenses can face charges similar to those an adult would face. The more serious the offense is, the more serious the penalties can be for the minor.
Fraud: Laws and Penalties
Fraud involves using a lie, deception, falsehood, or dishonesty in an attempt to gain a benefit. The states and the federal governments have identified many types of fraud as criminal.
Plea Options for Simple Assault Charges
Having a simple assault conviction on your criminal record does not look good. Understand the available plea options when faced with simple assault charges and their pros and cons.
Can You Trespass on Your Own Property?
The crime of trespassing is committed by going onto property, usually property that belongs to someone else, without permission. But can people ever be charged and convicted of a crime for going onto their own property without permission?