Navajo County Criminal Defense Attorney

Charged with a crime in Navajo County?

Contact Williams Law Group as soon as possible after you have been arrested. Retaining legal counsel early in a criminal investigation is crucial for maximizing your chances of avoiding a conviction, as you need someone to guide you through this difficult experience , and advocate for your rights. When you work with us, the founder and managing partner of our firm, a former prosecutor for the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, will represent you as the case progresses, being present during questioning and in court to help you defend your freedom. It is not advisable to discuss your charges with anyone but a Navajo County criminal defense attorney, as statements you make to police officers or investigators can be used as evidence against you. The police and the prosecutor are working to have you convicted, and you do not need to help them by agreeing to talk about the case without having an attorney present. We are licensed to practice in every court in the state, and have a track record which includes handling thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases, including significant trial experience. Call us today for a consultation.

DUI

Driving under the influence is not merely a traffic offense, it can be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony offense. If you have been arrested for drinking and driving, you face penalties such as a driver's license suspension, fines, alcohol classes, mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device in your vehicle, increased insurance rates and even jail or prison time. There are ways to fight at DUI charge, even if you tested with a BAC above .08%. Read more about DUI...

Aggravated DUI

An arrest for DUI can lead to enhanced criminal penalties in the presence of aggravating factors. Driving under the influence while your license is suspended or revoked, with a passenger under the age of 15, or committing DUI for the third time within 7 years is punishable as a felony, with a maximum sentence of years in prison. Read more about aggravated DUI...

Drug Crimes

Drug abuse is a serious problem in Navajo County, especially among minors, and law enforcement agencies at all levels, from local police to federal investigators, are aggressively prosecuting anyone suspected of a drug crime. Depending on the type of drug, the quantity and the specific offense, you may face jail or prison and fines. Read more about drug crimes...

Criminal Trespass

Criminal trespass involves intentionally entering or remaining unlawfully upon a property or in a residence. Whether you have been charged as a result of a misunderstanding or in connection with a domestic violence incident, you must take action now to prevent a conviction and a criminal record which could cause you problems in the future. Read more about criminal trespass...

Assault

Assault is a serious offense in our state, consisting of physically attacking another person, making threats of violence or touching a victim in a way that is intended to insult or provoke. The penalty can be increased if you are accused of using a weapon or causing serious injury. It may be possible to resolve the charges by arguing that you acted in self defense. Read more about assault...

Theft Crimes

If you have been accused of committing a theft, your future may be at stake, as a conviction could lead to harsh penalties and a criminal record. The sentence you receive would be based on factors such as the value of stolen goods, whether you used force or a weapon, and whether you have any prior convictions. Read more about theft crimes...

Burglary

Burglary occurs when the perpetrator unlawfully enters or remains upon a property with the intent of committing a theft or a felony crime. It is punishable as a felony, and the charge will be enhanced if you are accused of carrying a deadly weapon at the time of the offense or if the burglary took place in a residence. Read more about burglary...

Robbery

An arrest and conviction for robbery can forever change the course of your life, as you could be sent to prison and forced to live with a felony on your criminal record, making it difficult to find suitable employment in the future. Robbery consists of using force or threats to deprive another of property, and the charge will be increased to armed robbery if you used a weapon. Read more about robbery...

Forgery

Forgery is a serious offense, and it has gained increasing attention from local police and federal law enforcement agencies as identity theft has become widespread through use of the internet. Whether you are accused of forging a signature on a check or if you are under suspicion for involvement in a large-scale operation, you must act now to defend your rights. Read more about forgery...

Manslaughter

Many people who are charged with murder hope to soften the sentence they face by seeking a reduction of the charge to manslaughter, but it is a serious felony in its own right. It is generally defined as a homicide committed through recklessness or in the heat of passion. A conviction could lead to several years in prison. Read more about manslaughter...

Juvenile Crimes

When your child has been arrested for any type of crime, it is advisable to retain an attorney as early as possible to maximize the chances of a favorable outcome. Failure to defend the charges could result in an adjudication of delinquency and a record that may interfere with your child's opportunities for education and a career. Read more about juvenile crimes...

Domestic Violence

The police in our area take domestic violence complaints seriously, whether they are made by the victim or a neighbor. They will nearly always arrest one of the parties, at times leading to the issuance of an order of protection and filing criminal charges, regardless of whether the alleged victim desires to press charges. Resolving the situation generally requires skilled legal representation. Read more about domestic violence...

Orders of Protection

The court will issue an order of protection to an individual who claims to be the victim of domestic violence, harassment or stalking, even when the defendant is not present to contest the order. Domestic violence arrests also generally result in an automatic protective order to some degree. An attorney from our firm can help you submit a petition to request that the judge remove the order. Read more about orders of protection...

Restoration of Civil Rights

Living with a criminal record can be difficult. You may be disqualified from working for certain employers, and some landlords will refuse you as a tenant. Depending on the offense on your record, you may have lost your right to vote or to own firearms. We may be able to help you with a petition for setting aside the conviction and restoring your civil rights. Read more about restoration of civil rights...

Convictions of Guilt

You cannot be convicted of a crime in our state unless there is evidence beyond a reasonable doubt of your guilt. Mr. Williams will argue vigorously to demonstrate your innocence or to point out that the evidence is insufficient to prove that you committed a crime. It may even be possible to convince the prosecutor to drop the charges before trial if the evidence will not support a conviction. Read more about convictions of guilt...

Civil Traffic Offenses

You have a right to fight any traffic ticket you receive, and if successful you would avoid the fine, an increase in your insurance rates, and the threat of losing your driver's license through accumulating points. Paying the ticket is an admission of guilt, and you should not take any action before consulting with an attorney. Read more about civil traffic offenses...

Criminal Traffic Offenses

Many traffic offenses are not merely punishable by fines, but are crimes which can lead to jail time and a criminal record. If you were not placed under arrest and taken to jail, you may not have realized that you were being charged with a crime. You can dramatically improve your chances of avoiding a conviction by retaining legal counsel as soon as possible. Read more about criminal traffic offenses...

Photo Radar Citations

The use of photo radar traffic enforcement is widespread in Navajo County, and countless tickets have been issued for speeding or running red lights. The ticket is linked to your vehicle registration, rather than your driver's license, and you may be able to avoid paying the fine by working with an attorney who understands the legal aspects of the situation. Read more about photo radar citations...

Contact a Navajo County criminal defense lawyer from our firm as early as possible after your arrest for a confidential consultation and to learn more about how we can help you.