The Ultimate Yuma Criminal Defense Attorney (2024)

The Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction

Being convicted of an offense in a Criminal Court can have Life-Long Consequences on a Defendant, which can occur long after Incarceration is over (such as while on Probation, or even after being fully released from all requirements).  Depending on the type of Conviction, some of these Collateral Consequences can include Sex Offender Terms while on Probation, computer restrictions, and potentially having to Register as a Sex Offender. 

Other Consequences of certain types of Misdemeanors, such as Domestic Violence Criminal Damage and certain Felony Convictions can include the Revocation of Professional Licenses; restrictions on what type of job you may be able to get; being banned from living in dormitories, or certain apartments; having to notify employers if you are required to Register as a Sex Offender; and a litany of other highly-restrictive and embarrassing factors.  Check out the link below for a full list of Collateral Consequences to various Criminal Convictions.

The Ultimate DUI and Criminal Case Defenses In Yuma, Arizona

1. DUI/Vehicular Crime Specific Defenses

2. Sex Crime Specific Defenses

3. Assault/Violent Crime Specific Defenses 

Mitigation

“Mitigation” is a term that refers to anything that can potentially Prevent Charges from Being Filed, Reduce the Charges that are filed, or Reduce the amount of Punishment that is imposed on any charge that is ultimately upheld.  When representing a person for Criminal Allegations, we immediately begin the Mitigation Process in order to convince the Detectives to shut down the Investigation.  We will also use this to convince the Prosecutor to Decline Filing Charges, or to greatly Reduce Charges.  The Prosecutor will look at both Statutory and Non-Statutory Mitigating Factors when making their decisions.  The Criminal Defense Team at DM Cantor knows these factors inside and out, and we know how to put together a compelling “Mitigation Package.”

Depending on the case type, the items we will use in these Mitigation Packages could include an Accident Reconstruction Report; Blood Alcohol or Drug retesting; DNA Analysis; Independent Autopsy Reports; Computer Forensic Analysis; Polygraph Examinations; Psycho-Sexual Risk Evaluations; and Private Investigator/Attorney Investigation into the facts Alleged by an Accuser.

We also include a complete History of the Defendant’s background, which could include Medical Records, rehabilitation/substance abuse Counseling Records, any Individual Educational Plan (IEPs) that may have been in place during a Defendant’s lifetime; and lastly, we will include a “Proportionality Review,” which includes similarly situated cases and how they were either “Turned Down” for prosecution, or greatly Reduced. Whether you have been charged with Misdemeanor DUI, Domestic Violence, Criminal Damage, etc., or if you are facing more serious Felony charges, then you will need a Top-Rated Yuma Criminal Attorney to defend you. Call DM Cantor and speak with a highly-skilled Yuma Criminal Lawyer today! Check out the link below to see a full list of Statutory and Non-Statutory Mitigating Factors.

What We Do When We Represent You

When you hire DM Cantor to represent you to Defend Allegations of Criminal Conduct, or Actual Charges for a crime, we always keep our “Core Purpose” in mind when we represent you: “We are here to help people navigate through the toughest times of their lives.”  When we perform our duties as a Criminal Defense Law Firm, we always keep these three principles in mind: (1) do Hard Work, (2) have excellent Trial Skills, and (3) – perhaps the most important of the three – have High Touch Client Service. 

When we represent people in the Pre-Indictment/Pre-Charge Investigation Stage of their case, we will immediately bring them in to do a detailed Timeline and Biographical Interview regarding their life, and what allegedly occurred in the incident.  All of the meetings will occur in the privacy of our office, and they will be conducted by the DM Cantor Pre-Charge Team.  This Team can conduct most of the Investigation work, but sometimes we will use Private Investigators to assist us.  We also will look into using a Polygraph Examination, and also potentially Forensic Experts who can analyze any computer devices and phones which may be helpful to the investigation.

If a person is currently charged with a Felony, then we will still begin with a Complete Timeline Interview and Biographical Information Interview.  We will then begin putting together a Mitigation Package at the same time as we begin to Defend the case.  Any and all Court dates, you will need to be with us at the charged County Superior Courts, or Federal Court,  unless we have obtained permission from the Judge to allow you to travel or remain out-of-State/County. 

If the Judge does approve our “Motion to Modify Conditions of Release,” then you would be required to sign an Affidavit after each and every Court date avowing that you know of the next Court date and that you will stay in contact with your DM Cantor Defense Team.

Beware:  Always seek out a different Law Firm if the one you have chosen assigns Serious Felony Crime cases to a single Legal Associate who may have never conducted a Jury Trial regarding the Criminal Offense Charge they are defending.  If you truly want to win your case, then it is absolutely necessary to have at least one Certified Criminal Law Specialist amongst a team of Criminal Defense Attorneys who are assigned to specifically handle your Felony Charges. 

DM Cantor always assigns all three partners and Certified Criminal Law Specialists to each and every Pre-Indictment Criminal case that we handle.  In addition, DM Cantor always has a Minimum of one Partner and Certified Criminal Law Specialist co-assigned on every, single Charged Major Felony or Sex Crimes Case. 

In the link below, you will find information regarding a DUI or Vehicular Crimes Case, a Misdemeanor or Felony Criminal Charge and its Case Progression.  This should answer 99% of your questions.

What Our Clients Say

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
DM Cantor is a very professional attorney office. I strongly recommend them. Before engaging with them, I have done a lot of researches and interviewed 6 attorney offices. The price may not be the lowest but they definitely delivered! You got what you paid for. Joshua Sene was assigned to us. He kept very clear communication. He was very patient explaining each step which made us very comfortable and having peach in mind. He took time answering many of my questions. He was able to get the case dismissed out right.
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Hugo 
 
July 23, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
DM Cantor is hands down the best law office I could have chosen. I don’t think I’d feel nearly as confident with my case if I was in anyone else’s care. They get to the point, they handle the job, and they know what they are talking about. I felt supported, heard, and overall good about what my options were. Everyone in their office is kind, professional, and understanding. If you find yourself needing a law team, this is the office to hire - they will be on your side through it all
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Callendra Schutze 
 
July 11, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
DM Cantor was an ally from start to finish! Put their card in your wallet now and keep it on hand in the event that you ever need an attorney. Complete professionalism, tact, facts and results. Let them do their job! They are the best situated to bring the outcome you seek.
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Lissa Victoria 
 
July 1, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Jason Karpel and Joshua helped me with the defense on my original charge and then 4 years later helped me restore my rights and get my record set aside! I also have to credit Joey Hamby, he was able to help when Jason and Josh weren't available

They are very informative and badass attorneys and will give you the best possible defense! If you are on the fence about DM Cantor, this is your sign to choose them. They are worth the money.
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Nathan Jarvis 
 
June 11, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Josh was assigned to my case, and I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney to help me through my DUI case. He was very thorough and diligent in digging into my case and finding all the faults in the case and building up the ammo needed to go at the prosecutor. He was very generous with his time and answering questions where as other attorneys would just blow off your line of questioning and shoot you down. He ran through the scenarios of my questions and provided me with the guidance needed to navigate my case. Even when we thought we would only get a certain type of plea deal, we said the hell with it and let’s throw the kitchen sink at them and go for broke which took me from a DUI to a wreckless driving deal with only a $770 fine. It could’ve been so much worse. I plan on never being in this situation again, but if I need it I would not hesitate to have Josh represent me again, and I would recommend him to anyone needing representation.
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Michael Brewer 
 
June 9, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Mr. Jared Ahern was flawless in court and got the results I wanted. Words cannot express how grateful I am for his help. DM Cantor gave me a fighting chance and I will only be referring them from here on out.
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Peter Alvarez 
 
June 4, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Very helpful & professional. You get what you pay for & I'm grateful for the outcome I received. As long as you follow their advice & put in your end of the work everything turns out favorable. Mr. Joey Hamby & Mr. Michael Alarid were very helpful & worked with me even though I worked in a remote location. The staff covered every angle as well, ensuring I was on the same page & even provided an additional attorney when my assigned two were unavailable. I would use them again should the need ever arise.
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 F. K. 
 
March 28, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Jason Karpel handled my case at the end of 2022 and was amazing! His whole team/staff were super professional, friendly and accommodating. Not to mention he is AMAZING at his job and got my case resolved and all charges dropped, pretty quickly too. He’s a really nice guy who knows his stuff and I’d recommend all my friends and family to him if they ever needed counsel. Thank you Jason and DM Cantor for all you do!
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Kevin Glenn 
 
March 9, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
   
 
 

Yuma Criminal Defense Attorney FAQS

What if I live in another state and I am being accused or charged in Arizona?

If you have been Charged or Indicted for a Felony in any Arizona County Superior Court, then you will be Required to appear at any and all Court Dates.  However, we can file a Motion to Modify Conditions of Release after the first one or two Court dates, which will allow you to remain out-of-state, as long as we are Appearing on your behalf.  We can then show up to all Pre-Trial Conferences, as long as you sign an Affidavit you are aware of the next Court Date and that you will keep in touch with us.

If you have only been Accused in Arizona, and Not Charged, then you, and are in the Pre-Indictment/Precharge Investigation Stage of your case, and we can conduct all meetings via Zoom or by way of telephone.  We will have you create a New Email Account that has the word “Legal” in it, in order to have it secured by way of the Attorney/Client Privilege.  Lastly, if we need any Polygraph Examinations, Neuropsychological Evaluations, or anything of that nature, those can be conducted in your home State.

If I am charged, do I have to wear an Ankle Monitor?

Per ARS 13-3967(E)(1), the Judge is Required on certain Felony Charges to impose an Electronic Monitoring Device “where available.”  However, we have seen situations where many Judges will not impose this restriction. In addition, if your charge is in an Outlying County (in other words not Maricopa County), then many times they do not have Electronic Monitoring available, and they will not impose this condition.  The DM Cantor Felony Criminal Defense Team has been highly successful at having this requirement “Lifted” in various circumstances.

If I am charged, can I be around my Kids or Grandkids who are under 18?

If you have been Accused of Sexual Assault of an Adult (not a minor), then normally restrictions of being around your own Children or Grandchildren, or anyone under 18, will not be imposed.  However, if you are charged with a Sexual Crime against a Minor, then these conditions will be imposed, forbidding you to have contact with anyone under the age of 18.  We have been very successful in filing Motions to Modify Conditions of Release to allow Defendants to have contact with their own Children or Grandchildren who are under 18 years of age while their case is pending. 

If I get charged and you get the Charge Dismissed, can I Seal the Arrest/Court Record?

Most Felony Records can be Sealed, however pursuant to status ARS 13-900, et seq., a person cannot “Set Aside a Judgment of Guilt” (i.e., what qualifies as an “Expungement” in Arizona), if their conviction involves a “Sexual Motivation.”  In addition, most Sex Crime convictions cannot have their Record “Sealed” under Arizona law.  However, if the charge is Reduced down to an Offense which does not require a finding of Sexual Motivation, and the person is not required to Register as a Sex Offender, then it is possible to get that conviction “Sealed” after five (5) years from the successful Conclusion of Probation.

Does any other Law Firm in Arizona have more Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialists, or Complete Acquittals at Jury Trial wins, than DM Cantor?

DM Cantor is the only law firm in all of Arizona that has 3 Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialists.  We also have the Most “Complete Jury Trial Acquittals, and the Most Dismissal/Reductions for all Criminal Case Types in the State of Arizona.  If you read our “Victories” section on our website, you will see we list all of these DUI and criminal case results.

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