Arizona Law

  • BackPage.com Sex Sting Update 2015

    Video: BackPage Sex Sting Update 2015 Start Transcript: BackPage Sex Sting Update 2015 Last year, I did a video regarding backpage.com. As many of you might remember, we talked about the fact that here in Arizona, law enforcement was trying to clean up the valley and ensure that we sent out a message that there…

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  • Backpage.com Sex Sting Phone Lists

    Video: Backpage.com Sex Sting Phone Lists Start Transcript: Backpage.com Sex Sting Phone Lists Something else that law enforcement is doing on backpage.com, they are keeping lists. If you are placed on one of these lists, when you call in, they may tell you not to call this number again. Keep in mind that if you…

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  • Donald Hearing vs Settlement Conference

    Video: Donald Hearing vs Settlement Conference Start Transcript: Donald Hearing vs Settlement Conference Today we’d like to talk to you a little bit about the difference between a Donald hearing and a settlement conference. Many people ask me what happens at a Donald advisement or a Donald hearing, and what happens at a settlement conference.…

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  • What is a Simpson Hearing in AZ Criminal Courts?

    Video: What is a Simpson Hearing in AZ Criminal Courts? Start Transcript: What is a Simpson Hearing in AZ Criminal Courts? In the state of Arizona, there are some cases in which an individual may be held without bond. Usually those cases were an individual is held without bond constitute cases where a person is…

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  • Will Arizona See More Sex Trafficking Due to the Super Bowl?

    Rumors of increased sex trafficking during the Super Bowl swarm the field well before the players on game day. According to popular belief, the Super Bowl is notorious for being a target spot for sex trafficking and prostitution. In a key press release in 2013, Texas Attorney General, Gregg Abbott, said, “The Super Bowl is…

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  • Arizona Hunting Laws review for 2014 season

    Fall means the anticipation of carving pumpkins, sipping on apple cider, devouring pumpkin everything, and for some: hunting wild game.  Turkey, deer, dove, quail and even bear season starts this October, and Castillo Law is here to make sure it’s safe and enjoyable and free from citations or arrests by reviewing a few Arizona hunting…

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  • Is Arizona Too Tough on Sex Crimes?

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    A Response to the Growing Suspicion of Unfair Penalties Given to Sex Offenders In a recent article written on Slate.com, Matt Mellema talked about the unforeseeable consequences of being tough on sex crimes. Arizona is among the toughest on sex crimes and people face very serious penalties if they are found guilty of these offenses.…

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  • ASU Tailgating, Kegs and Red Solo Cups Don’t Mix

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    What You Need to Know Before Tailgating This Year. This coming football season, ASU and law enforcement are trying to lower the number of underage students consuming alcohol while limiting the risks involved in binge drinking at tailgating events. ASU is enforcing a ban on kegs and other “apparatuses that encourage reckless consumption of alcoholic…

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  • Labor Day and Potential Legal Issues in Arizona

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    Staying Informed Means Staying Safe and Out of Jail Labor Day was created to pay tribute to all workers who have contributed to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our great nation. In Arizona, Labor Day enthusiasts pay tribute through backyard barbeques and swim parties, salt river tubing, and boating at one of Arizona’s recreational…

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  • Video Blog: Plea Bargaining White Collar Terms in AZ

    Start Transcription of Plea Bargaining White Collar Terms in AZ Hi, my name is Cindy Castillo with Castillo Law. Today I’d like to talk to you about white collar terms. It’s very important that you talk to your attorney about any terms or conditions in your plea agreement that you might be asked to agree…

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