by Chris Rike | Sep 28, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Rule 11 and the definition of incompetency Rule 11 is the rule in the Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure that address how to proceed when it is believed the defendant is not competent to assist in their own defense or stand trial. Rule 11.1 provides: A person shall...
by Chris Rike | Sep 27, 2017 | Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations
Failure To Appear For Court In Arizona If you missed a court date, you were probably told you failed to appear. Here’s what to do. Traffic Law Guys4.9 Based on 116 reviews R. K.Very good company, I recommend, especially Olga, she helped me a lot.Ali E.Hands on...
by Chris Rike | Aug 15, 2016 | Traffic Violations
Vehicle Impound In Arizona Why vehicles get impounded, and how to get them back. Why Would The Police Impound A Vehicle? Arizona state law permits the police to impound a vehicle if a driver is charged with any of the following: Driving on a suspended license. Extreme...
by Chris Rike | Jul 25, 2016 | Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations, Uncategorized
Why would a criminal traffic case end up in juvenile court? Most criminal traffic cases involving a juvenile defendant do not end up in juvenile court; they are usually handled in the court of limited jurisdiction that covers the area where the violation took place. A...
by Chris Rike | Jun 27, 2016 | Traffic Violations
Before I discuss the burden of proof at a civil traffic hearing, I want to discuss a what a civil traffic hearing is first. If a police officer issues you a civil traffic ticket, you have a right to contest that ticket in court. To do so, you must request a civil...
