The right to remain silent is one reserved for those who are suspected of committing a crime, but what happens when the arresting officer is the one whose words are used against them? A Phoenix police officer recently lost his job after allegations the officer was verbally abusive toward suspects. The initial claim that lead to an internal investigation came from the mother of a suspect the officer encountered in 2011. The mother made claims the officer was both physically
Summertime is here and as the temperature rises, vacationers will take to the water for a fun way to stay cool. Popular summertime time activities that start as innocent fun can turn dangerous when alcohol is involved in the situation. Operating under the influence (OUI) arrests, boating tickets, reckless operation of a watercraft, assault, drinking in public and indecent exposure are common occurrences when alcohol is added to summer activities. According to the DUI Foundation, boat operators that have a
Police officers are known for protecting and serving citizens. But what happens when the actions of these individuals are called into question? Earlier this year, the validity of case report testimony by one Scottsdale Police Sergeant, Anthony Bellissimo, was questioned, leading to his resignation. Unanswered questions about cases he was involved in over his career remain, including ongoing cases. False Testimony On April 7, Bellissimo was on duty when a shots-fired call was received at Jackrabbit Lounge, in the 4200
Scottsdale, Ariz. – Fourth of July weekend can be a dangerous time on Arizona roads. Hundreds of Arizona DUI arrests will be made during the Fourth of July weekend and the experienced Arizona DUI lawyers at Corso Law Group know that many Fourth of July celebrations this year will end with a very costly arrest. Mobile DUI units will be out in force on Fourth of July and the DUI checkpoints mean plenty of Arizonans will receive DUI citations. Last
The Fourth of July is known as a time for celebrations, barbecues and fireworks. Unfortunately, the Independence Day holiday has also become notorious for DUI charges and reckless driving. While celebrating July 4th with alcohol is fine in moderation, drinking can turn dangerous when mixed with driving. “People tend to relax their standards during long holiday weekends and end up facing an Arizona DUI as a result,” said Christopher Corso, Esq., of the Scottsdale-based law firm Corso Law Group. “They
In Arizona, a DUI conviction is not something taken lightly when deciding punishment. If convicted of a DUI, penalties could include a minimum jail time of 24 hours, a license suspension and numerous fines. According to the Arizona Government of Highway Safety, in 2012 there was a total of 30,433 DUI arrests. However, recent evidence shows a portion of these could be mistakenly penalized due to faulty technology. Scottsdale’s police lab is currently under fire for alleged defective equipment used
With growing numbers of DUIs in Arizona over the years, driving laws have become stricter. But as they evolve over time, confusion begins to stir on who certain laws apply to. Most bicycle laws are simple and clear to bicyclists, however with changing times there are laws that have raised misconceptions. Rules of the Road Arizona State law says the same rules apply to cyclists on the roadways as other vehicles. Although this seems straightforward there seems to be one
Experience, knowledge of the law and a caring attitude toward a client are all hallmarks of a good criminal defense attorney. In Arizona, the Scottsdale criminal defense lawyers at Corso Law Group deliver all three qualities each day for their clients. “Receiving positive Corso Law Group reviews and positive feedback from our clients makes all of the effort we put into each criminal defense case worth it,” said founding partner Christopher P. Corso, Esq. “Our Arizona criminal defense lawyers work
The Arizona divorce lawyers at Corso Law Group in Scottsdale know that when it comes to spousal support in Arizona, having an experienced family law attorney on your side can make a big impact on the final outcome. Understanding the scope of alimony or spousal support in Arizona is important when it comes to the divorce process, according to the experienced Arizona family law attorneys at Corso Law Group, as is hiring an attorney well-versed in family law for any
Memorial Day weekend is the traditional start of summer in Arizona and the long three-day weekend can also be the start of a very long and costly Arizona DUI defense. According to the Arizona DUI lawyers at Scottsdale’s Corso Law Group, it doesn’t need to be a wild night of partying that triggers the Arizona DUI charge. Backyard barbecues and pool parties on Memorial Day usually include a last-minute trip to the store for hot dog buns or propane. It’s
