Harassment Charges Defense Lawyer in Phoenix, AZ

Facing harassment charges in Phoenix can be an overwhelming and distressing experience. If you are in this situation, it is crucial to contact our law firm immediately. Arizona law enforcement views harassment charges in a serious light. Offenders may face misdemeanor or felony convictions, both of which can affect your livelihood long after sentencing. Penalties can include prison sentences up to 5 years or more, along with fines reaching $150,000. After serving your sentence, you may also encounter challenges in finding employment or securing decent housing. Our team is here to support you so you aren’t navigating these complexities alone. 

At Charity Clark Law, we approach every harassment case with compassion and understanding. Our team has 12+ years of felony trial experience and the in-depth case law knowledge to show for it. We offer a completely free consultation with our criminal defense attorney, giving you the opportunity to discuss your unique situation in detail. Our defense attorney will analyze every part of your story down to the smallest details and begin developing a relevant defense strategy for the best possible outcome. You’ll also learn what you can expect moving forward based on your case and the prosecuting attorney working the case. We equip you with this guidance to ensure you can make an informed decision about who represents you. If you choose our legal team, we will do everything we can to fight for you.

Arizona law enforcement broadly defines harassment as any act or conduct that makes a person feel reasonably alarmed, annoyed, threatened, or harassed. This could include repeatedly initiating unwanted communication or following somebody in public places. 

While harassment laws can become complex and overwhelming, we’ve listed some of the most important factors below.

• Criminal Harassment - Arizona Revised Statute (A.R.S.) § 13-2921 criminalizes harassment, specifically focusing on behavior intended to harass, annoy, or alarm another person. Common examples of criminal harassment include:
  • Following someone in a public place without a legitimate reason.
  • Continuous, unwanted communication (e.g., repeated phone calls, texts, emails).
  • Stalking behavior.
  • Verbal or physical threats.

Crimes of this nature are typically charged as a Class 1 Misdemeanor and can result in up to 6 months in jail, $2,500 in fines, and probation after time served. 

• Aggravated Harassment - Arizona Revised Statute (A.R.S) § 13-2921.01 states that aggravated harassment occurs if the victim has a court-issued protective order in place (such as a restraining order), and the defendant knowingly commits harassment in violation of that order. Aggravated harassment can be charged as a Class 6 felony. This charge can result in up to 2 years of prison time, upwards of $2,500 in fines, and a long probation period. Those with a felony on their criminal record also suffer a loss of crucial rights like carrying a firearm, serving in the military, and finding decent housing or employment. 

• Cyber Harassment - Arizona law also addresses cyber harassment. This involves using electronic platforms (social media, texting, emailing, etc.) to harass or intimidate someone. In cases involving minors, it can include threats, defamation, or sharing inappropriate images.

These laws go much deeper and include different challenges when fighting a harassment charge in court. At Charity Clark Law, we have over a decade of experience and the rigorous case law knowledge to build the right strategy for your circumstances. We take a look at the details from every angle to shape the best defense. Our team will do everything in our power to win your case.

At Charity Clark Law, we provide a personalized experience for every harassment client because no two situations are the same. While we do go the extra mile to build a custom strategy, here are some common defenses we can weave together. 

• Lack of Intent - One of the key elements of a harassment charge is the intent to harass, annoy, or alarm the victim. If we can prove that your actions were unintentional or misunderstood, that could be a valid defense. 

• Lack of Sufficient Evidence - The prosecution must provide evidence that your actions amounted to harassment. If that evidence is weak, unclear, or does not prove the elements of harassment beyond a reasonable doubt, we may be able to dismiss the case. 

• Freedom of Speech - We may be able to argue that your communications were protected under the First Amendment right to free speech. For this defense to work, the speech must not rise to the level of threats, defamation, or other types of prohibited speech.

The right strategy could make all the difference, so it’s crucial to work with an experienced attorney. Our legal team offers a free consultation to sit down, understand your circumstances, and build a custom defense against your harassment charge. We lead with compassion, empathy, and understanding for every client – no questions asked.

At Charity Clark Law, our legal team brings creativity to complex cases such as harassment charges. With our firm’s 12+ years of felony trial experience and a history defending crimes of this nature, 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 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!