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False Reporting in Arizona | A.R.S. §13-2907

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False Reporting in Arizona | A.R.S. §13-2907

By DM Cantor, a Top-Ranking Criminal Defense firm in Arizona for the last 6 years in a row by Ranking Arizona Magazine!  (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025)

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DM Cantor’s Board Certified Criminal Law Specialists (Left to Right) Managing Partner, Christine Whalin; Founding Partner, David Michael Cantor

Over 165 Complete Criminal Jury Trial Acquittals (i.e., Not Guilty on All Charges).  The most in Arizona history by a single law firm!

Plus an additional 400+ Theft / Fraud Crimes Pre-Indictment “Turn-Downs,” Dismissals, and Charge Reduction Theft / Fraud Crimes Victories!

Beware of Theft / Fraud Crimes Crimes Defense “Pretenders”:  Any law firm or Attorney can have DM Cantor’s Phoenix Theft / Fraud Crimes Attorney and Theft / Fraud Crimes Lawyer website information re-written by artificial intelligence (AI), and then they can post it online as their own “knowledge base.”  But they cannot falsely list our Jury Trial Complete Acquittals, or Board Certifications as their own.  Also, many Attorneys claim that they “Specialize” in defending Theft / Fraud Crimes charges or Criminal Defense, but only a “Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist” is allowed by the State Bar of Arizona to use this title as their own, per the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization.

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As of the start of 2025, the State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization listed only 62 Criminal Law Specialists in the entire State.  Of these 62, only 41 are located in Maricopa County and are allowed to handle private cases.  DM Cantor has 2 Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialists, no other law firm in Arizona has more.  When defending False Reporting Allegations, it is critical to have as many Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialists on your Legal Team as is possible.

The Specialization process is so rigorous that only 34 current Criminal Law Specialists were Certified since the turn of the Century!  In addition, all Specialists must be approved for Re-Certification every 5 years.  At DM Cantor, our 2 Board Certified Criminal Law Specialists have conducted Jury Trials on countless False Reporting cases.

Every Major Felony False Reporting case defended by DM Cantor includes at least 1 Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist on the legal team who is directly handling or supervising the Defense.

We wouldn’t have it any other way.

The Best Phoenix False Reporting Law Team in Arizona

How do you know who has the best False Reporting Legal Defense Firm in Arizona?  You begin by looking at the team’s experience.  David Michael Cantor is a former Prosecutor, and a highly experienced False Reporting in Arizona Attorney who became a member of the Arizona State Bar in 1989.  David then began his Arizona legal practice as an Assistant City Prosecutor for the City of Phoenix.  Considered as one of the Top False Reporting Crime Defense Lawyers in Arizona, he then founded his own Criminal Defense firm and Arizona False Reporting Crime Defense Team, DM Cantor.

David is a highly-skilled False Reporting Defense Lawyer who knows the False Reporting laws backward and forward, and he will vigorously fight the Arizona State Attorney General or County Prosecutor on your behalf. Phoenix False Reporting Lawyer, and Criminal Defense Attorney David Cantor, wrote this webpage in order to give you an Arizona False Reporting overview as to how the DM Cantor Phoenix False Reporting Attorney Defense Team can prove your Innocence if you have been Falsely Accused of False Reporting. So whether you have a single False Reporting charge, or multiple charges, contact DM Cantor today!

In addition to Phoenix area experience, you next look to the False Reporting Defense Lawyer’s Results and Certifications.  In addition to David Cantor being a Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist, his partner (Christine Whalin) is also a Certified Criminal Law Specialists as well.  No other Arizona Criminal Defense Firm has as many Complete Jury Trial Acquittals as DM Cantor.  Click on the link below to see Questions to Ask when Interviewing a False Reporting Attorney to represent you in your Court case.

Beware: Be very cautious of visiting with a Criminal Law Firm who has you meet with a Non-Attorney Salesperson, rather than a Licensed Attorney.  They will then try to sell their “legal services,” even though they are not allowed by the State Bar of Arizona to give legal advice.  DM Cantor always has you meet with one of the Partners and Certified Criminal Law Specialists in our office when consulting us regarding a False Reporting charge.

What is False Reporting in Arizona?

Whether in the Phoenix area, or anywhere in Arizona, per A.R.S. §13-2907 and §13-2907.01 “False Reporting” occurs when a person initiates a false report regarding a bombing, fire, offense or other emergency knowing that such a report is false and with the “intent” that it will induce the police or emergency crews to take action, or to place a person in fear of eminent serious physical injury, or that it will prevent or interrupt occupation of any building or public place.

In addition, False Reporting can occur when a person makes a false statement to a law enforcement agency knowing that they are misrepresenting a fact for the purpose of interfering with the orderly operation of a law enforcement officer.

Normally, this occurs when a person gives a fake name to a police officer, or lies about whether they possessed a certain item (such as alcohol or drugs).

Possible Punishment for False Reporting

A violation of either statute is a class one (1) misdemeanor. Possible Punishment on a class one (1) misdemeanor can be probation with zero (0) days in jail up to six (6) months in jail. In addition, a fine of up to $2500.00 and 84% surcharge is possible.

Possible Defenses for False Reporting

false reporting in ArizonaIn most cases, the Officer adds this charge if they become upset with an individual who they are questioning. For example, in a DUI context, if a person states that they “only had one (1) beer”, yet their alcohol reading is above the legal limit, the Officer may also cite them for “False Reporting”. Other times the Officer will simply not believe one person’s “side of the story” and they will charge that person with False Reporting.

It is important to have an attorney interview all parties involved (including the police officer) in order to pin down exactly what occurred. A False Reporting charge carries a lifelong ramification due to the fact that it is a crime involving “truth and veracity”. In other words, it can be used against you should you be involved in a future lawsuit or a child custody battle. This is not a conviction that one wants on their record.

The “Common Defenses” for False Reporting, which a False Reporting Lawyer may apply in any criminal case are numerous and diverse. One of most common defenses we encounter is a “Miranda rights Violation”. In Arizona, the standard of whether any inculpatory statement (i.e., a statement which tends to admit guilt) is admissible into evidence is based upon a “Voluntariness” standard.

If we can demonstrate that the police coerced you (i.e., intimidated or tricked you) into making a confession or inculpatory statement, or that they did not properly read you your Miranda Rights, then we can suppress those statements and any evidence gathered as a direct result of those statements. In addition, “Denial of right to Counsel” is another common defense which is often raised. This occurs when a suspect is in custody and requests to speak to their Attorney, but is denied and questioning continues. Other defenses may include challenging the validity of any search warrant, or whether there were any “forensic flaws” during the investigation of your case.

Depending on what you have been charged with, this could include exposing flawed procedures regarding blood, breath, and urine testing; fingerprints analysis; DNA testing; ballistics; gunshot residue testing; computer analysis/”cloning hard drive” procedures; forensic financial accounting reviews; etc. Lastly, one of the most common defenses is exposing sloppy or misleading police reports which include everything from misstatements, false statements, flawed photo line-ups and inaccurate crime scene reconstruction. It is important to hire a skilled False Reporting Lawyer to defend you who has knowledge of both the specific defenses and the common defenses involved in a False Reporting case.

It is important to hire an AV® rated law firm (the highest possible rating by Martindale Hubbell®). Also David Michael Cantor is a Phoenix Attorney for False Reporting and a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, per the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization. In addition, the Firm and all of its lawyers are listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers®. At DM Cantor, the majority of our Attorneys are ex-Prosecutors, and all of our Phoenix Attorneys for False Reporting know the system well.

Click here… if you have not been charged with False Reporting yet, but the police are in the “pre-charge investigation stage” of your case.

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We are an AV® rated law firm (the highest possible rating by Martindale Hubbell®). Also David Michael Cantor is a False Reporting lawyer in Arizona, and a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, per the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization. In addition, the Firm and all of its lawyers are listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers®. At DM Cantor, the majority of our Attorneys are ex-Prosecutors, and all of our False Reporting Lawyers in Arizona know the system well.

The Collateral Consequences Of An False Reporting Conviction

The effects of a False Reporting conviction can be devastating.  Even if a person is to receive Probation with no Jail, or a small Jail or Prison sentence, after they are released there will be lifelong effects on the Defendant.  This can involve Lifetime Probation; job restrictions; apartment/dormitory restrictions or prohibitions; Professional Licenses being Revoked; loss or severe restriction of internet privileges; etc. Check the link below for information regarding what Collateral Consequences you or a loved one might be facing.

Click to see Comprehensive List and Explanation of Collateral Consequences regarding a False Reporting Conviction

Mitigation

When it comes to “Mitigation” regarding a charge of False Reporting, it is important to start that process right away.  Not only can this help us with potentially convincing a Prosecutor to not file charges in the first place, but it may reduce the level of charges that they ultimately file.  In addition, if there is a conviction later, this can be used to help reduce any type of Sentence if there is a “Range.”  The Mitigating Factors which are considered by both the Prosecutor and the Courts includes Statutory and Non-Statutory elements.

Many items that we routinely include in our Mitigation Packages include Psychosexual Risk Evaluations; Polygraphs; Neuro-Psychological Evaluations; Counseling records; substance abuse Treatment and/or Rehabilitation; and a complete history of a person’s background.  This can include Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), medical records, Counseling records, etc.  Lastly. we often include what’s known as a “Proportionality Review/Sentencing Disparity” analysis in which we can show the Prosecutor and Court that similarly-situated Defendants received low Sentences.  Click the link below to see a more detailed list of both Statutory and Non-Statutory Mitigating Factors.

Click here to see Helpful Mitigation Information

Work with a DM Cantor Phoenix False Reporting Defense Lawyer Today For a Free Consultation

For a free consultation and free case evaluation with one of our Phoenix False Reporting Lawyers and Criminal Defense Lawyers, call our  24 hour Phoenix False Reporting Defense Lawyers Hotline  at  602-307-0808  , or click here for a free consultation on any criminal cases. Our aggressive False Reporting Lawyers always offer free consultations for an initial visit with our Phoenix False Reporting Defense Attorneys. We are often considered to be the “best False Reporting Defense Lawyer”.

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