Arizona Murder Defense Strategies

Summary

In Arizona, 1st degree murder is punishable by death or life imprisonment, while 2nd degree murder can result in 10-25 years in prison. Endangerment penalties vary, and minors carrying firearms face fines, probation, or juvenile detention. Drive-by shooting is a class 2 felony with 7-21 years in prison. Consult a criminal defense attorney to challenge evidence, question the legality of the arrest, or negotiate a plea deal. For local assistance, contact Maricopa County Public Defenders Office.

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My brother is being charged with 1st degree murder, 2nd degree murder, * counts of endangerment, minor carrying a firearm and a drive by shooting.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your brother's situation. Can you tell me which state this is happening in? The laws regarding these charges can vary.
Arizona
I'm sorry to hear about your brother's situation, ****. In Arizona, the charges he is facing are quite serious. Here are some details:
- 1st degree murder is considered intentional and premeditated, punishable by death or life imprisonment.
- 2nd degree murder is punishable by *-25 years in prison.
- Endangerment penalties vary based on the risk level.
- Minor carrying a firearm carries penalties like fines, probation, and/or juvenile detention.
- Drive-by shooting is considered a class * felony, punishable by *-21 years in prison.
Please consult a criminal defense attorney.
Is there anyway around any of this. He’s 17 years old and he really isn’t guilty of this
Given the severity of these charges, it's crucial to hire a defense attorney. They can help challenge the evidence, question the legality of the arrest, or negotiate a plea deal. This could potentially reduce the charges or sentence. For local assistance, contact:

Maricopa County Public Defender's Office


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * West Jackson Street, Phoenix, Arizona *
Website: www.maricopa.gov