A misdemeanor Initial Appearance (also known as the Misdemeanor Arraignment) is the first court hearing for a misdemeanor. At this hearing, the Judge will advise of charges and set release conditions. ...
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An Investigatory Stop, commonly known as a "Terry" Stop or "Stop and Frisk", is a temporary restriction of an individual's freedom and is considered a seizure under the 4th Amendment. Unlike a regular ...
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The police have the authority to search a person's car without a warrant in a number of ways. Since cars are easily movable, they have the potential to quickly leave the scene with evidence. Due to ...
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In Arizona, a pretrial conference for a misdemeanor case takes place after the initial appearance or arraignment but before the trial. This conference is scheduled after a Not Guilty plea has been ...
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The Tempe Municipal Court has jurisdiction over all misdemeanors and traffic offenses occurring within the Tempe city limits. The Tempe Police Department investigates all misdemeanor and felony ...
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