| Read Time: 5 minutes | DUI

Arizona DUI Statute of Limitations : How Long Does it Stay Open?

DUI charges often have a specified time limit, or statute of limitations, after which the charges must be brought against a person. If you are pulled over by the police and arrested for a DUI, you may not be charged with any crime or receive a court date right away. This can happen for misdemeanor DUIs when the police are waiting...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: 4 minutes | Misdemeanors

Arizona Statute of Limitations on Misdemeanors

If you are arrested for a misdemeanor crime in Arizona, the prosecutor must bring criminal charges against you within a specific time limit. This time limit comes from the Arizona statute of limitations on misdemeanors. If the State fails to bring the charges in the period specified by the statute of limitations, then you may have an absolute defense against prosecution...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Defense

Arrest Warrants in Arizona

What Is an Arizona Arrest Warrant? An arrest warrant is a document signed by a judge that authorizes the police to take someone into custody. The person that is taken into custody is accused of committing some sort of crime. Before a warrant is issued, the prosecutor presents evidence to a judge, who decides if there is probable cause...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Defense

Drug Trafficking Laws in AZ

Being charged with any crime in Arizona can be a stressful and anxiety-inducing experience. However, drug trafficking in Arizona is especially serious. Historically, Arizona has been a major source of narcotics coming into the country due in large part to the fact that the state shares a 370-mile border with Mexico. State and federal law enforcement devote significant resources...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: 4 minutes | Vehicular Crimes

Tips to Finding a Good DUI Lawyer in Scottsdale

If the police have charged you with DUI (driving under the influence, also known as driving while intoxicated) you need a lawyer. The prosecution is readying a case against you, and you will soon find yourself facing a serious charge in court. Keep reading to learn more about why you need a lawyer and the three top tips for...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Defense

Should You Give a Statement to Police?

Whether it was on TV or in real life, we’ve all heard it – “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can and will be used against you in a court of law.” It’s called the Miranda Warning. Police officers in all 50 states legally have to recite some version of this message to...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: 3 minutes | Vehicular Crimes

How to Read an Arizona Driving Record

How to Read an MVR Withdrawal Compliance Violations/ Incidents Arizona’s New Driving Record Format As of 2020, Arizona’s MVD has updated the format for a person’s Motor Vehicle Record (or “MVR” for short). Instead of the old system, which was fairly difficult to read, the new format for the MVR is much cleaner. However, many of the resources online...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: 3 minutes | Criminal Defense

5 Things Legal Shows Get Wrong

Many people love watching TV shows and movies that are based on the legal system and crime. There are shows that cover every aspect of the legal system from following law enforcement in real life to thrilling courtroom dramas and everything in between. These shows are fast-paced and exciting and seem like they provide a sneak peek of what...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: < 1 minute | Criminal Defense

Stewart Salwin Selected to “Top 40 Under 40”

Salwin Law Group is proud to announce that the National Trial Lawyers has re-selected Stewart Salwin to the 2021 list of “Top 40 Under 40” trial lawyers in Arizona. The National Trial Lawyers is an invitation-only organization comprised of the best trial lawyers across the United States in the field of criminal defense. Selection to membership in the association...

Continue Reading

| Read Time: < 1 minute | Criminal Defense

Stewart Salwin Selected to Best DUI Lawyers in Phoenix

Salwin Law Group is proud to announce that Stewart Salwin has been selected to the 2020 list of “Best DUI Lawyers in Phoenix” by Expertise.com. Expertise.com reviewed over 538 attorneys in the Phoenix-metro area and scored the Phoenix DUI lawyers on more than 25 variables across five categories. They analyzed the results and produced a hand-picked list of 21...

Continue Reading