A first degree murder charge in Phoenix comes with some of the most severe consequences. Arizona may impose harsh sentences like lengthy periods in prison and large fines, all of which can cause pretty intense anxiety for the alleged offender. If you or a loved one is currently dealing with a first degree murder charge, you should reach out to our firm immediately. The quicker we can start building a defense strategy, the better chance we have of keeping your future intact.
At Charity Clark Law, our legal team leads with compassion and understanding. Our defense attorney has 12+ years of felony trial experience and a deep understanding of the case law surrounding murder charges. We’re here to provide expertise, guidance, and custom strategies to protect your freedom. We offer a free consultation where you sit down with our defense attorney and explain each part of your story. Then, our team takes even the smallest details and builds a sound argument against the first degree murder charge. We will do all we can to fight for you or your loved one’s rights if you’ll let us.
Arizona classifies first degree murder as intentionally or knowingly conducting behavior that causes the death of any person, including an unborn child. This involves doing so with premeditation or because of the premeditation of another crime.
There are few differences between first and second degree murder. Here are some of the circumstances that fall under first degree:
A crime of this nature is not taken lightly. Our attorney has extensive knowledge of the case law and strategies to get you the best outcome possible. This is crucial for protecting you or your loved one’s future.
A human life is precious, and law enforcement understands this to the fullest degree. That’s why first degree murder the most severe consequences of all charges in Arizona.
The state classifies this crime as a Class 1 Felony, resulting in sentencing of up to life in prison with or without the possibility of parole. The offender may also receive the death sentence depending on factors of their specific case.
If the offender receives the possibility of parole, they must serve at least 25 years in prison to become eligible. If the victim of the crime is a minor or unborn child, that period of time extends to 35 years for the offender.
Charity Clark is one of the smartest attorneys I’ve ever met. She is aggressive, intelligent, and not afraid to fight for you. Her trial skills are unmatched. She knows how to handle a jury and argues the law like a champ. She will champion her client until the end and achieves real results.
Charity was amazing and took care of everything. She answered all my questions quickly and was so polite. They took care of my case with ease and definitely took a load off my shoulders. Not only did they both do great work they got the response from the court we were hoping for. Charity is "THE BEST".
A first degree murder charge can take away the rest of your life and replace it with a 6 by 8 foot prison cell or could result in the death penalty. We don’t want that to be your future. That’s why our legal team at Charity Clark Law uses years of experience and case knowledge to craft a sound argument in your favor.
It’s absolutely crucial to look at your case without bias to analyze how each detail can be used in your defense. Otherwise, you raise the risk of a guilty verdict in court.
Hiring an experienced first degree murder defense attorney can make all the difference in forming a solid strategy that keeps you out of prison. Don’t wait - time is extremely fragile right now.
At Charity Clark Law, our legal team brings creativity to complex cases such as first degree murder charges. With our firm’s 12+ years of felony trial experience and a history defending murder charges, your case will have a strong and strategic defense completely custom to your circumstances.
We provide a free consultation with our criminal defense attorney to discuss your specific charges. This evaluation helps us build a unique quote that fits each aspect of your case. Our defense attorney will also give you an understanding of what you will potentially be faced with based on the prosecutor assigned to your case and the court that will be handling your case. Once that consultation is complete, you will have all of the crucial information necessary to decide if our firm will represent you in your case. Give us a call or email us using our contact form to schedule your free consultation.
Our firm serves many cities and counties throughout Arizona. If your court case or potential charges are in Maricopa, Pinal, Pima, Yavapai or Coconino county, then contact us today to schedule a free consultation!
