Criminal Law

An Examination of Group Home Policies and Their Impact on Vulnerable Youth Recent events in Mesa, Arizona, have forced us to take a closer look at the way group homes operate and how law enforcement and child welfare systems coordinate to safeguard at-risk youth. The unsettling case of Emily Pike, a San Carlos Apache teen […] More

Understanding the Yuma Child Homicide Incident: A Closer Look at a Troubling Case The incident surrounding the tragic death of a two-year-old boy in Yuma, Arizona, has sparked heated debates and raised many questions about our legal and social systems. As an opinion editorial, this piece seeks to get into the tangled issues of law […] More

Home Invasion and the Right to Self-Defense: A Closer Look The recent incident in Phoenix, where a homeowner shot a stranger found inside her house, has sparked conversation about self-defense laws and the tricky parts of home security. This opinion editorial takes a closer look at the legal, social, and ethical twists and turns surrounding […] More

Incident Overview: A Hit-and-Run in Old Town Scottsdale The recent incident in Old Town Scottsdale, where a man suffered life-threatening injuries in a hit-and-run crash, has set off a storm of public concern and legal questions. In the early hours just after 2:15 a.m., Scottsdale Police responded to a report of a pedestrian struck along […] More

Analyzing the Tragic Case: Domestic Violence, Manipulation, and a Broken System The brutal murder of Alison Gregory in Arizona has rocked the community and raised deep questions about domestic violence, manipulation, and the legal system’s ability to catch up with the tangled issues of abusive relationships. In this opinion editorial, we take a closer look […] More

Sun Lakes Suspicious Death: A Closer Look at the Legal Process The recent discovery of a deceased adult in Sun Lakes, Arizona, has sparked a series of legal debates and community discussions. This opinion piece takes a closer look at the legal response, the law enforcement procedures involved, and the broader implications for the community. […] More

Arizona’s Bold Move: Holding Social Media Platforms Accountable In recent weeks, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office launched an eye‐opening webpage that shines a light on the role that major social media companies play in facilitating criminal behavior. This initiative, introduced by Arizona AG Kris Mayes, aims to expose the tangled issues surrounding platforms like Instagram, […] More

A Tragic Loss on Indianapolis’ West Side: A Closer Look at the Incident The recent shooting on Indianapolis’ west side, which claimed the life of 42‐year-old Sapanna Harris-Williams, has left many in our community grappling with a mix of sorrow, confusion, and the need for deeper understanding. In this opinion editorial, we take a moment […] More

Reflecting on the Anderson Recovery Center Controversy The recent arrest of Karl Lazar, the director of an addiction recovery center in Anderson, Indiana, has generated significant debate about the responsibilities of leaders in sensitive community institutions. With charges of confinement and domestic battery against a minor, this case presents a tangled mix of legal, ethical, […] More

173 Arrests in Tempe: A Closer Look at Underage Drinking and Fake ID Operations The recent high-profile operation in Tempe, Arizona, which resulted in 173 arrests related to underage drinking and fake IDs, has sparked a heated debate on how society handles late-night revelry near college areas. Although the incident shines a spotlight on potential […] More

Operation Northern Border: A Closer Look at Mexico’s Bold Response Mexico’s recent “Operation Northern Border” has sparked a great deal of conversation on both sides of the border. In this extensive opinion piece, we take a closer look at the operation that has led to the seizure of thousands of fentanyl pills and the arrest […] More