{"id":209518,"date":"2021-04-13T19:10:32","date_gmt":"2021-04-13T19:10:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belen.mysites.io\/?page_id=209518"},"modified":"2025-12-04T13:39:06","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T13:39:06","slug":"murder-criminal-defense-attorney-phoenix","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/es\/criminal-defense\/murder-criminal-defense-attorney-phoenix\/","title":{"rendered":"Asesinato"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"209518\" class=\"elementor elementor-209518\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-75b0ee43 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"75b0ee43\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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is widely understood that one of the legal consequences of being found guilty of murder can mean being potentially sentenced to serve life or several decades in prison. However, a murder conviction can also mean losing your family, friends, and reputation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bel\u00e9n Olmedo Guerra and the Phoenix criminal lawyers at our firm are known for aggressively representing clients across Maricopa County. Our experienced criminal defense lawyers have a proven track record of successfully handling complex criminal cases, including murder charges.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone has the right to a fair trial and a competent defense, no matter the circumstances. Our Phoenix criminal defense attorneys work tirelessly to investigate the evidence, challenge the prosecution\u2019s case, and build a strong defense strategy for our clients. If you or a loved one is facing murder charges in Arizona, do not hesitate to contact our law firm. We will provide you with the skilled and aggressive defense you need to protect your rights and future.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a free consultation with an experienced criminal defense lawyer at Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, PLLC, call our law offices or complete our online intake form today.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45ca813 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"45ca813\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What is 1st Degree Murder?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70b853b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"70b853b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arizona law defines murder as the killing of one human by another with malicious intent.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Arizona, murder can be either in the first degree or the second degree. First-degree murder is the most serious degree of murder and is punished as a Class 1 felony in Arizona.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First-degree murder in Arizona is when:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intending or knowing that the person\u2019s conduct will cause death, the person causes the death of another person, including an unborn child, with premeditation or, as a result of causing the death of another person with premeditation, causes the death of an unborn child<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acting either alone or with one or more other persons, the person commits or attempts to commit sexual conduct with a minor, sexual assault, molestation of a child, terrorism, marijuana offenses, dangerous drug offenses, narcotics offenses that equal or exceed the statutory threshold amount for each offense or combination of offenses, involving or using minors in drug offenses, drive-by shooting, kidnapping, burglary, arson, robbery, escape, child abuse, or unlawful flight from a pursuing law enforcement vehicle and, in the course of and furtherance of the offense or immediate flight from the offense, the person or another person causes the death of any person<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intending or knowing that the person\u2019s conduct will cause death to a law enforcement officer, the person causes the death of a law enforcement officer who is in the line of duty<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premeditation can take a long or short time. Challenging it is essential to defend your case effectively.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First-Degree Murder Penalties in Arizona<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are three possible punishments for the criminal offense of first-degree murder:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life in prison without the possibility of parole after 25 years<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life in prison without the possibility of parole<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Death penalty<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been charged with first-degree murder, you cannot risk hiring an inexperienced attorney. Our Phoenix criminal defense attorneys have extensive experience handling high-profile cases and a reputation for getting results. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f1469d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f1469d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorneys.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-210276\" alt=\"Phoenix Murder Defense Attorneys\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorneys.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorneys-800x427.jpg 800w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorneys-1200x640.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorneys-768x410.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorneys-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56ba63aa elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"56ba63aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What is 2nd Degree Murder?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5514be28 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5514be28\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A murder charge that does not fall into any of the above categories is second-degree murder. However, second-degree murder is still a Class 1 felony. Second-degree murder in Arizona entails:\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The person intentionally causes the death of another person, including an unborn child, or, as a result of intentionally causing the death of another person, causes the death of an unborn child; or<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing that the person\u2019s conduct will cause death or serious physical injury, the person causes the death of another person, including an unborn child, or, as a result of knowingly causing the death of another person, causes the death of an unborn child; or<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under circumstances manifesting extreme indifference to human life, the person recklessly engages in conduct that creates a grave risk of death and thereby causes the death of another person, including an unborn child, or, as a result of recklessly causing the death of another person, causes the death of an unborn child<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Second-Degree Murder Penalties in Arizona<\/span><\/h3><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The minimum punishment for second-degree murder is a prison sentence of 10 years<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The maximum punishment for second-degree murder is 25 years in prison<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Arizona laws, the presumptive sentence is 16 years in prison. The sentence might be longer if there were aggravating circumstances. It may also be enhanced if the perpetrator was previously convicted of second-degree murder or other Class 2 or 3 felonies.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Due to the life-changing penalties associated with any murder conviction, hiring an attorney immediately is in your best interest. With the legal complexities, extensive investigation, and other factors that go into preparing for a murder trial, you need an attorney to start your case immediately. Contact our Phoenix criminal defense attorneys today so we can get started.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fba772a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"fba772a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Lawyer.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-210277\" alt=\"Phoenix Murder Defense Lawyer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Lawyer.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Lawyer-800x427.jpg 800w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Lawyer-1200x640.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Lawyer-768x410.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Lawyer-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-607f2d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"607f2d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What are Factors That Can Affect Murder Charges and Sentences?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fa4bb0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1fa4bb0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just as with any offense, several aggravating and mitigating factors can affect how murder is charged and the sentences that may be imposed.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aggravating Factors<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common aggravating factors that often accompany Arizona murder charges include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the offender has a prior criminal history or convictions for violent crimes<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a weapon was used in the commission of the crime<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the crime was committed as a murder for hire<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The victim was a law enforcement or correctional officer<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the crime targeted vulnerable individuals, including children, disabled persons, or the elderly<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The murder occurred during the commission of another felony<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The murder was committed in a heinous, depraved, or particularly cruel manner<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mitigating Factors<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Law enforcement and the court also consider mitigating factors when determining how a crime should be charged and accompanying sentencing guidelines. Concerning murder charges, some mitigating factors that may be considered include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The defendant&#8217;s age and mental state<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether the defendant lacks a prior criminal history<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The defendant&#8217;s willingness to cooperate with law enforcement<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It should be stated that having quality legal counsel is one of the most essential mitigating factors for defendants charged with murder. Because of the severe penalties you could face if convicted, you need a defense attorney familiar with handling these types of criminal law cases.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you or a loved one is facing a murder charge, contact our law offices immediately to schedule a consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney who will professionally evaluate your case.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b262efd elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b262efd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorney.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-210278\" alt=\"Phoenix Murder Defense Attorney\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorney.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorney-800x427.jpg 800w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorney-1200x640.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorney-768x410.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Phoenix-Murder-Defense-Attorney-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ef723fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ef723fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Can Murder Charges Be Reduced to Manslaughter in Arizona?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4fd52f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4fd52f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common questions many individuals who are charged with murder ask is whether their charges can be reduced to manslaughter. Arizona law does stipulate that murder charges can be reduced to manslaughter if specific legal elements are present. However, it is crucial to remember that prosecutors take a tough stance and zealously pursue murder charges in the interest of public safety.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the factors that must be present before a prosecutor will consider possibly reducing the charges to manslaughter include:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the defendant acted in self-defense<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of intent or premeditation<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The death resulted from an accident<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The defendant was coerced through the use or threat of deadly force<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The murder occurred in the heat of passion or as a result of provocation<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be proven that the defendant suffers from qualifying mental health issues that impair their ability to understand the consequences of their actions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n&#8220;Recklessness&#8221; may also be a factor that can lead to murder charges being downgraded to manslaughter. Recklessness refers to a person being aware of and consciously disregarding the fact that their actions may cause another person&#8217;s death. Recklessness is often a factor that accompanies vehicular crimes that result in death.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to the severity of murder charges and their extensive penalties, it is always best to have an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side to try and obtain a positive outcome for your case. Contact Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, PLLC, so we can assess your charges and determine what legal strategies may apply.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who Determines if Murder Charges Can Be Reduced to Manslaughter?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a crime such as murder is committed, the prosecutor has the preliminary role in determining how charges should be filed. In some instances, a prosecutor may choose to reduce murder charges to manslaughter if they believe there is sufficient evidence to support such an action.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, in most instances, prosecutors are unwilling to reduce charges and will choose to pursue the higher offense of murder. Murder convictions carry higher penalties, and downgrading a charge may result in public outcry. For this reason, anyone charged with murder must hire an experienced criminal defense attorney who will fight to try and have the charges reduced if there is evidence that supports their argument.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A skilled defense attorney can negotiate with the deputy county attorney to reduce the charges. Still, often, it comes down to a judge ruling that a jury be allowed to consider a manslaughter charge. If the jury is allowed to consider the lesser charge, they will deliberate and have the final say as to whether or not the defendant is guilty of murder or manslaughter.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to the various factors that go into determining whether murder charges should be downgraded to manslaughter, you should only place your trust in a criminal defense attorney who has experience negotiating with the prosecution.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, PLLC has highly trained Phoenix criminal defense attorneys who are skilled negotiators and know what it takes to get results. When you come to us for help, we will scrutinize the prosecution&#8217;s evidence to create an innovative legal strategy to protect your rights and freedom.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Do I Need a Phoenix Criminal Defense Attorney for Murder Charges in Arizona?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose you are facing charges for murder or any crime that resulted in the death of another person. In that case, the criminal defense attorney you choose to protect your rights may be one of the most important decisions you ever make. You must choose an experienced Phoenix murder defense attorney like those at Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, PLLC, who will present the most vigorous representation possible. When seeking legal representation, you need a criminal defense team that will thoroughly investigate the facts of your case and find expert witnesses essential to preparing your defense. Our Phoenix criminal defense lawyers understand the specialized issues involved in the preparation and defense of a murder charge. Our Arizona attorneys have the courtroom skills and experience to stand up against the State.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As experienced trial attorneys, we know how to build criminal defenses that the prosecution cannot break. In every case we take on, we closely scrutinize every piece of evidence the prosecution intends to use. We thoroughly arm ourselves with all possible information and drive the case towards the best possible outcome.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the State seeks the death penalty and your life&#8217;s on the line, do not settle for an inexperienced attorney. Our law firm has a proven reputation in the legal community for defending clients against serious criminal charges like murder. It can provide the knowledge and guidance necessary to navigate the complex criminal justice system.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An experienced criminal defense lawyer will work tirelessly to investigate the evidence, challenge the prosecution\u2019s case, and build a strong defense strategy to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for your case. With the help of skilled Phoenix criminal defense lawyers from Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, PLLC, you can increase your chances of a successful defense and a brighter future.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Should I Trust Your Phoenix Murder Defense Attorney to Protect My Rights and Freedom?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When facing criminal charges, particularly for violent crimes such as murder, it is essential to seek legal representation from a trusted Phoenix, AZ, criminal defense law firm. Our team of experienced criminal attorneys at Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, PLLC, has comprehensive experience with the criminal justice system and obtaining not-guilty verdicts for clients. Our dedicated team of legal professionals has successfully defended clients against various criminal charges, including murder. We understand the severity of murder charges and their impact on our clients\u2019 lives.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We provide personalized and aggressive legal representation to defend our client\u2019s rights, future, and freedom. We work tirelessly to investigate the evidence, build a strong defense strategy, and challenge the prosecution\u2019s case. With our experienced Phoenix criminal defense lawyers by your side, you can rest assured that you will receive the best possible defense against murder charges in Arizona.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact the Bel\u00e9n Law Firm, PLLC, today to discuss your Arizona homicide charges with an experienced Phoenix criminal defense lawyer. We offer free case evaluations and are available 24\/7. 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She spent thousands of hours over the year and a half she represented our family to challenge the prosecution at every corner and on every angle. She went above what most attorneys do by hiring her own experts and investigators to ensure she went to battle fully loaded. Due to her dedication, determination and commitment, my family felt extremely satisfied and confident that she obtained the best outcome with a reduced sentence. Bel\u00e9n is a stand up human being who, not only represented our family, but became family. 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He had a warrant for his arrest and did not know until he was pulled over and hauled off to jail. Belen went to the jail on Saturday, stood with my son in jail in front of the jailhouse court judge and told that judge how it was. My son walked out 2 hours later without paying for bail. The following week, she called the prosecutor and was able to get the plea reinstated from years prior that resulted in the case being fully dismissed. Also, her fees for everything were lower than the other attorneys who were trying to get me to pay over the phone. 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