December 2009 Archives

AZCentral.com posted a story on December 14th about counterfeit merchandise.  According to the report, federal agents seized over $26 million in counterfeit clothing and other consumer goods. 

Federal law enforcement confiscated merchandise from three local swap markets in Phoenix and Tucson, along with cities in 26 other states.  The accused vendors were selling fake goods to holiday shoppers. 

If you or a loved one is facing federal charges, it is vital that you take action to protect your rights.  A federal conviction would be extremely serious and could result in very severe consequences.

Please contact a Phoenix criminal defense attorney at the Knowles Law Firm as soon as you are aware that you are facing any type of criminal charges.

AZCentral.com reported on December 15th that police have arrested 32-year-old Justin Lee Martin on suspicion of armed robbery in Paradise Valley.

According to the story, Martin has a history of armed robbery in other areas.  In fact, Martin previously served a 10-year prison sentence for an armed robbery committed in 1995.  Martin was released from prison in 2007. 

The armed robbery offenses that have taken place since October have been eerily similar.  In each case, the robber entered the home between 7:30 and 10:30 pm and used a weapon to intimidate individuals inside the house.  There was only one robbery in which the intruder did not use a weapon. 

If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime and there is a previous criminal record involved, you must take immediate action to contact an experienced and aggressive Phoenix criminal defense lawyer.  You must protect your rights and your freedom.  Attorney Anthony Knowles and his legal team are fully prepared to advocate your best interests in your criminal case.  Mr. Knowles is an experienced negotiator and a seasoned litigator and he will work tirelessly to defend you.

AZCentral.com reported yesterday that over 20,000 traffic stops have been made since the Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety created a DUI task force.  The task force was put in place to crack down on the number of impaired drivers on the streets and highways.  Of those 20,000 traffic stops, more than 1,200 people have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI).  Of those, nearly 250 face Extreme DUI charges (an enhanced DUI charge you can face if your BAC is over .15%).

Nearly 10,000 others of those stopped were issued citations for other offenses.

If you have been charged with drunk driving or any other driving/traffic-related offense, it is important that you talk with an experienced Phoenix criminal defense lawyer.  Your freedom and driving privileges are very important and you must do everything you can to protect them.