Legal News

In a historic vote this past Election Day, Arizona became the 13th state to legalize recreational marijuana use, passing Proposition 207 with 60% of the vote. Many of our clients have asked us what Prop 207 means for them, either for past or ongoing cases or for future use of marijuana. Although the legal framework is a little bit more complicated than the simple headline, hopefully, this blog will clarify what Prop 207 means for the average Arizonan.

When charged with drunk driving, two of the first questions that come to most people's minds are: Should I consult a lawyer? Is my case worth fighting? The answer to the first question is an unequivocal yes. You need to get a lawyer involved to help you answer the second question. Without ...

Meeting with a criminal defense attorney for the first time can be intimidating. Knowing what to expect will help you relax and help both you and your attorney get the most out of this time together.

Should you cooperate with the prosecution in its case against others involved or potentially involved in the events that gave rise to the charges against you? If you are faced with this choice, consider the following advantages and risks of cooperating with the prosecution: Advantages of Coope...

Felony drug-trafficking charges were dismissed Thursday against two Canadian men accused of transporting more than $12 million in cocaine and methamphetamine through Mohave County earlier this year

In the American criminal justice system, there is a long and solemn tradition of respecting the privacy of a person's home. Law enforcement agents are not allowed to enter your home to conduct a search or make an arrest unless they have a valid warrant. At least, that's the general rule. However,...

The Law Offices of Shawn B. Hamp is proud to announce the publication of our new e-Book, "You've Been Arrested. What Happens Now?" This practical book explains in detail what lies ahead, and answers many questions about what happens in the criminal justice system if for any reason you or someo...

Having an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side – one who understands the system knows the (written and unwritten) rules and speaks the language of the prosecutor – will help to level the playing field and help protect your rights.

Everyone has the right to remain silent in the face of questioning by law enforcement. You may not know, however, that you have to affirmatively assert this right, or risk losing (or “waiving”) it. You must speak up and make known your choice to remain silent.

I. WHAT IS BAIL? “Bail” is the legal term for the conditions upon which a person charged with a crime (a “defendant”) will be released from custody, pending trial or other resolution of the charges. In general, two types of bail are available: (1) release on bond; and (2) release on conditions.R...

If you or a loved one is charged with a crime you understand that there is a lot at stake. Getting an experienced criminal defense lawyer to help you with your case can impact the outcome in your case. Here are 5 reasons you need a criminal defense lawyer. 1. It's Not A Fair Fight The “criminal...

Founding Northern Arizona criminal attorney and president Shawn Hamp has been recognized as AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell®. The prestigious honor is awarded to only 10% of all practicing lawyers in the country.

Arizona DUI laws are stricter than many states, allowing for more arrests and harsher penalties if you are convicted. These laws are in place to prevent alcohol-impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel and putting the lives of everyone on the road in danger. While driving under the influ...

The Law Offices of Shawn B. Hamp is now helping people when it comes to expungement or setting aside a conviction in Northern Arizona. Many people will find this beneficial in many different cases.

With COVID-19 (coronavirus) spreading globally, including a rising number of known cases in Arizona, some of our clients are wondering whether Coronavirus might affect their criminal cases. Here’s some general information that could be helpful, and as always, speak with your attorney if you have questions about your specific circumstances.

The Kingman Police Department has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. The funds will be used to pay for officer’s time and employee-related costs for enhanced targeted efforts of DUI and impaired driving enforcement throughout the City of Kingman from October 1, 2019 – September 30, 2020.

Law Offices of Shawn B Hamp attorneys earn Field Sobriety Tests Certification at NCDD training in Chicago. (Chicago IL) The attorneys at the Law Offices of Shawn B Hamp were awarded advanced Field Sobriety Test certification training by the National College of DUI Defense. The training program...

The state of Arizona is known for its vague laws and blurred statutes, often resulting in a person receiving a charge they had not anticipated. The legal experts at the Law Offices of Shawn B. Hamp, find it essential to educate the citizens of Arizona on these potentially confusing laws to keep the number of victims as low as possible.

Mohave County Felony Case Management Mohave County has recently implemented a Case Management Plan with the intent of improving the efficiency of felony cases heard in the Mohave County Superior Court. By increasing efficiency, the new plan will further protect a defendant's right to a quick r...

Accomplished Attorney Matthew Springer Brings Valuable Experience to Hamp Law Team It is with great excitement that the Law Offices of Shawn B. Hamp welcomes Matthew Springer as the newest attorney to our team. With years of experience fighting for his client's rights, Matthew will now be taki...

Good paying jobs in Arizona can be hard to find, but having a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) conviction on your record can limit your employment opportunities even more. Generally, DUI convictions hurt those people in-between jobs, rather than those who are firmly entrenched in their careers. ...

Being accused of child molestation, a sex crime, in northern Arizona can have lifelong consequences even if you are not guilty of the crime. Arizona law lists Molestation of a Child as one of the Dangerous Crimes Against Children. It is a Class 2 felony, which carries a presumptive prison sentenc...

For young people on their own in college and experiencing life without the limits of a home environment, understanding what is permissible and what's not comes down to perception a lot of times. College brings a lot of new experiences to young students, and that includes sex. Where the line is dr...

In May 2018, a Paradise Valley, Arizona, woman was arrested for stalking after sending 65,000 text messages over several months to a man she met online. These text messages were threatening in nature, with some indicating that she would seriously injure or kill the man. The woman was arrested aft...

In the two weeks following the Parkland school shootings in Florida in February 2018, Arizona schools received 17 separate threats from both juveniles and adults. More recently, on Monday, October 21, 2018, Benson Unified School District in Benson, Arizona, canceled classes after someone made a t...