ARIZONA FELONY DEFENSE ATTORNEYS

The prospect of facing felony charges is a horrifying experience.  If you are convicted of a felony under Arizona or federal law, the consequences can be devastating to your life.  Because felonies constitute the most serious category of criminal offenses, they carry severe punishment that include incarceration in state prison, significant fines, formal probation, and other penalties.  Along with the sentence, felony convictions also can lead to other negative effects, such as:

  • Loss of educational opportunities
  • Disqualification from certain careers
  • Adverse immigration and citizenship consequences that include deportation
  • Deterioration of familial relationships
  • Loss of certain rights (gun ownership, voting)
  • Harm to your personal and professional reputation

Why Hire an Experienced Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney

Arizona law classifies crimes as misdemeanors and felonies with the primary difference being that the more serious category of crime (felonies) can carry a punishment of a year or more in state prison.  When you are subject to these kinds of consequences, you have to entrust your future with an attorney that you can count on and trust in this trying time. At Infini Law Group, we have experienced attorneys who are dedicated to providing the highest quality legal service.  

If you have learned that you are the subject of a law enforcement investigation or you have been arrested, our Arizona criminal defense lawyers have developed a reputation for defending our clients’ rights and creative criminal defense strategies.  We have successfully obtained dismissals, acquittals, and favorable plea agreements for individuals from Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, Tempe, Phoenix, and surrounding areas of Maricopa County facing felony charges.

Our criminal defense lawyers have built a reputation for thorough preparation, the most current legal research, and effective defense strategies.  While most criminal cases in Arizona can be resolved prior to a trial, our attorneys prepare your case to provide the most compelling and persuasive arguments to a judge or jury. This approach allows our law firm to engage in plea negotiations from a position of strength. When we are retained prior to formal charges, our diligent preparation and persuasive defenses can possibly motivate the prosecutor to dismiss the case or to pursue lesser or fewer criminal charges.  Since the initial felony charges will significantly affect the parameters of plea discussions, early attorney intervention can lead to a less serious misdemeanor charge or even dismissal of the criminal case.

Offering Effective Criminal Defense Against Arizona Felonies

Because our attorneys have successfully obtained favorable outcomes in a vast array of felony cases, we have the experience and expertise to handle many felony offenses, such as:

Violent Felony Offenses: The use of force or threat of force typifies crimes of violence in Arizona. Since violent crimes frequently inflict intense physical and emotional harm, law enforcement officers and prosecutors aggressively pursue convictions in these criminal cases, which tend to carry harsh sentences.  Examples of violent crimes our law firm handles include:

  • Murder
  • Homicide
  • Kidnapping
  • Armed Robbery
  • First Degree Burglary
  • Felony Assault
  • Aggravated Assault with a dangerous or deadly weapon
  • Drive-By Shootings
  • Sexual Assault
  • Street Gang Crimes
  • Arson to an Occupied Structure or Building
  • Dangerous Criminal Offenses Against Children
  • Participation in a Criminal Syndicate

White Collar Felonies (Financial Offenses)

Although many criminal offenses fall under the classification of a white-collar crime, this type of criminal offense generally involves unlawful financial schemes or theft by deception.  In recent times, state and federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors have been pursuing a much greater number of white-collar financial crimes. Some Arizona or federal financial crimes that our attorneys handle include the following:

  • Tax Evasion
  • Conspiracy
  • Identity Theft
  • Embezzlement
  • Money Laundering
  • Fraud
  • Racketeering

Felony Sex Crimes

The stigma and public condemnation associated with accusations of a sex crime make it imperative to aggressively oppose such allegations.  Conviction of a felony sex offense can devastate your reputation and lead to mandatory sex offender registration. The impact of registering as a sex offender can adversely affect future occupational opportunities, residential options, and personal relationships.  We recognize the devastating consequences of a felony sex crime conviction, and we provide aggressive defense to those charged with sex offenses, such as:

  • Sexual Abuse (A.R.S. 13-1404)
  • Sexual Assault (A.R.S. 13-1406)
  • Public Sexual Indecency (A.R.S. 13-1403)
  • Molestation of a Child (A.R.S. 13-1410)
  • Sexual Conduct with a Minor (A.R.S. 13-1405)

Other Felonies Offenses

We provide an effective defense against all state and federal felony offenses, including but not limited to the following:

  • Drug Crimes
  • Theft Offenses
  • Homicide
  • Domestic Violence
  • Weapons Charges
  • Felony DUI

Sentencing for Felonies Under Arizona Criminal Laws

While the range of punishment for a felony conviction in Arizona varies based on the specific offense, the basic structure for sentencing involves six classes of felonies:

  • Class 1 Felony: 25 years to life imprisonment or the death penalty
  • Class 2 Felony: Presumptive sentence of 5 years with a maximum sentence of 12.5 years imprisonment
  • Class 3 Felony: Presumptive sentence of 3 years with a maximum sentence up to 8.75 years
  • Class 4 Felony: Presumptive sentence of 2.5 years with a maximum sentence up to 3.75 years
  • Class 5 Felony: Presumptive sentence of 1.5 years with a maximum sentence up to 2.5 years
  • Class 6 Felony: Presumptive sentence of 1 year with a maximum sentence up to 2 years

While all felony offenses carry significant sentences, the law imposes extremely harsh penalties and potentially lengthy prison sentences based on certain penalty enhancements. These enhancements include Repetitive Dangerous Offenses (A.R.S. 13-704(f), Dangerous Offenses (A.R.S. 13-704), and Dangerous Crimes Against Children (A.R.S. 13-705).”  A charge of sexual conduct with a minor, which involves engaging in oral sexual conduct or intercourse with a person under 18, for example, constitutes a class 6 felony. When the alleged victim is under the age of 15, however, the offense constitutes a class 2 felony, which is punishable under the enhanced sentencing provisions of the “dangerous crimes against children” statute.

Zealous Defense of your Liberty, Freedom, and Reputation

Our Arizona criminal defense lawyers conduct a thorough investigation and analysis of the facts and law to develop the most effective criminal defense strategy.  Although a felony conviction can have a devastating lifelong impact on your future, we have represented many people who have benefited from dismissals, acquittals, and significant reductions in their offense or sentence.  Our attorneys devote their expertise, time, experience, and litigation resources to pursuing the best outcome for our clients.

IMPORTANT: If you have been arrested in Gilbert, Phoenix, Chandler, Tempe, Mesa, or any other cities throughout Maricopa County, we strongly recommend that you exercise your right to remain silent and your right to have an attorney present before speaking with the police.  Our Arizona criminal defense lawyers are available to meet with clients 24/7. We invite you to schedule your free consultation because we fight with tenacity today to safeguard your tomorrow!