{"id":209941,"date":"2022-06-02T20:32:17","date_gmt":"2022-06-02T20:32:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belen.mysites.io\/?page_id=209941"},"modified":"2025-06-20T19:21:17","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T19:21:17","slug":"sexual-conduct-with-a-minor","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/es\/sexual-conduct-with-a-minor\/","title":{"rendered":"Sexual Conduct With a Minor"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"209941\" class=\"elementor elementor-209941\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3cbca80 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3cbca80\" 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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In addition to a variety of other penalties, a conviction frequently involves mandatory prison time. Needless to say, if you&#8217;ve been suspected of committing sexual conduct with a minor in Arizona, you&#8217;re likely in for a lot of trouble.<\/p><p>To safeguard your freedom and your future, you must devise the most effective defense plan imaginable to combat your accusations. To familiarize yourself with the legal resources that are available to you and the common strategies used to oppose such serious allegations, it is important that you consult with a <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/\">Phoenix criminal defense attorney<\/a> as soon as possible. Speaking with an experienced attorney like the ones at Bel\u00e9n Law Firm is the only way to truly know which technique is most likely to succeed in your case.<\/p><p>If you or a loved one have been charged with statutory rape, call <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/criminal-defense\/sex-crime-defense-attorney-phoenix\/\">Phoenix sex crimes attorney<\/a> Bel\u00e9n Olmedo Guerra right away.<br \/><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Age is Considered a Minor in Arizona?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Like most other states, Arizona considers 18 years of age as the \\\"age of majority,\\\" or the age at which someone is legally considered an adult. As such, a minor is someone who is under the age of eighteen.\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is Sexual Conduct with a Minor?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Sexual conduct with a minor is knowing an individual is under the age of 18 and having sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with them. In contrast to rape or sexual assault, this crime does not require committing any type of force or violence. The sexual act itself and the fact that an underage participant is involved are the only requirements.\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Happens if a Minor Lies About Their Age?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"A minor lying to the defendant about their age, in most cases, isn\u2019t a defense against allegations of sex with a minor. A defendant can\u2019t use their ignorance as a defense for engaging in sex with a minor. If a victim is younger than 14 years, the statute states the defendant cannot claim they didn\u2019t know the minor\u2019s age or claim a reasonable belief that the victim was older than 14 years.\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What are the Penalties for Sexual Misconduct with a Minor?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"In Arizona, the victim\u2019s and accused\u2019s ages determine the statutory rape sentence. In most cases, registering with the Arizona sex offender\u2019s registry is required.\"\n    }\n  }]\n}\n<\/script><\/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-2623bf1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2623bf1\" 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 Age is Considered a Minor 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-4f39167 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4f39167\" 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\tLike most other states, Arizona considers 18 years of age as the &#8220;age of majority,&#8221; or the age at which someone is legally considered an adult. As such, a minor is someone who is under the age of eighteen.\n\nThis means that a person under the age of 18 cannot legally consent to sexual intercourse with an adult. The act does not require forcible sexual contact with the minor to be penalized under the law.\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-26d32e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"26d32e3\" 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 Sexual Conduct with a Minor?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe0a19a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe0a19a\" 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>Sexual conduct with a minor is knowing an individual is under the age of 18 and having sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with them. In contrast to rape or sexual assault, this crime does not require committing any type of force or violence. The sexual act itself and the fact that an underage participant is involved are the only requirements.<\/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-1da370e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1da370e\" 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<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">ARS 13-1405\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4f6b1c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4f6b1c3\" 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><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azleg.gov\/ars\/13\/01405.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) 13-1405<\/a> defines sexual conduct with a minor. According to this legislation, a person commits sexual conduct with a minor by:<\/p><p><i>Intentionally or knowingly engaging in sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with any person who is under eighteen years of age.<\/i><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azleg.gov\/ars\/13\/01401.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ARS 13-1401<\/a> defines sexual intercourse as masturbatory contact with the penis or vulva or penetration of the penis, vulva, or anus by any body part or object.<\/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-165c72d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"165c72d\" 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<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Romeo and Juliet Law<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ab0501 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8ab0501\" 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>As you now know, Arizona\u2019s age of consent is 18 years old. However, there are several exceptions for minors between the ages of 15 and 19. As long as the age difference between two partners is 2 years or less, the <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/blog\/sex-crimes\/romeo-and-juliet-law-in-arizona\/\">Romeo and Juliet law in Arizona<\/a> allows for consensual intercourse between those aged 15 to 19.<\/p><p>Keep in mind, sex with a minor younger than 15 years or an age difference between partners that is greater than two years is not protected by the Romeo and Juliet law.<\/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-353301d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"353301d\" 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<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Dangerous Crimes Against Children Statute\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-810aa9a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"810aa9a\" 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>Arizona&#8217;s mandatory sentencing regulations are particularly severe regarding <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/criminal-defense\/dangerous-crimes-against-children\/\">Dangerous Crimes Against Children<\/a>, or DCACs. This pertains to certain criminal offenses involving victims younger than 15 years of age. Convictions for a dangerous crime committed against a child see lengthier and much more severe jail time than the same crime committed against an adult.<\/p>\n<p>All of the following criteria constitute a DCAC:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The crime committed is an eligible offense<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The defendant was 18 years old or older or was tried as an adult for the act<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The victim was 15 years old or younger or an unborn child and the defendant had reasonable knowledge of their age<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>DCACs are similar to crimes of domestic violence, meaning they are general criminal offenses that are treated differently because of the status of the victim. Eligible offenses include but are not limited to <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/criminal-defense\/murder-criminal-defense-attorney-phoenix\/second-degree-murder\/\">second-degree murder<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/criminal-defense\/sex-crime-defense-attorney-phoenix\/sexual-assault\/\">sexual assault<\/a>, child molestation, sexual conduct with a minor, <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/kidnapping\/\">kidnapping<\/a>, child sex trafficking, and drug offenses that involved a minor. Sex crimes make up the majority of these eligible DCAC offenses.<\/p>\n<p>A crime treated as a DCAC impacts the length of a prison sentence, secondary consequences, the possibility of probation, and whether or how soon the defendant is able to be paroled. These types of charges are life-altering, and it\u2019s critical that you have a skilled <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/criminal-defense\/sex-crime-defense-attorney-phoenix\/sexual-assault\/\">Phoenix sex crimes defense attorney<\/a> defending your rights.<\/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-7b85a3c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7b85a3c\" 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 Happens if a Minor Lies About Their Age?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd21e76 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fd21e76\" 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>A minor lying to the defendant about their age, in most cases, isn\u2019t a defense against allegations of sex with a minor. A defendant can\u2019t use their ignorance as a defense for engaging in sex with a minor. If a victim is younger than 14 years, the statute states the defendant cannot claim they didn\u2019t know the minor\u2019s age or claim a reasonable belief that the victim was older than 14 years.\u00a0<\/p><p>On the other hand, a minor younger than 18 but at least 14 years old allows the accused a specific defense. The defendant can present significant evidence proving they believed the minor was of age. Some examples of evidence include a fake ID or written statements from the victim saying they\u2019re of legal age.\u00a0<\/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-85c3692 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"85c3692\" 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\">Defenses Against Sexual Conduct with a Minor<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6904f87 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6904f87\" 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\tRight to counsel, improper search and seizure, forensic errors like flawed DNA tests, as well as circumstances in which the two people are married are examples of defenses.\u00a0 There are also defenses in statutory rape cases worth noting including the Romeo and Juliet law, mistake of fact, coerced confessions, lack of physical evidence, false allegations, third-party defense, incidental contact with the minor, and credibility of witnesses.\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-db1eea1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"db1eea1\" 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 the Penalties for Sexual Misconduct with a Minor?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a5b4a8c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a5b4a8c\" 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>In Arizona, the victim\u2019s and accused\u2019s ages determine the statutory rape sentence. In most cases, registering with the Arizona sex offender\u2019s registry is required.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>When the Accused is 18 or Older<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Minor 12 years of age or younger \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/blog\/felonies\/class-2-felonies-in-arizona\/\"><b>Class 2 Felony<\/b><\/a>:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Mandatory minimum 35-year prison sentence to life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Minor aged 13 to 15 years old \u2013 <b>Class 2 Felony<\/b>:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">A minimum of 13 years to a maximum 27 years in prison<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Minor 15 years of age or older \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/blog\/felonies\/class-6-felonies-in-arizona\/\"><b>Class 6 Felony<\/b><\/a>:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">0 days to 12 months in jail and probation; <i>or<\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Minimum of 4 months in prison to a maximum of 2 years in prison<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>When the Accused is Under 18<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Minor aged 12 years or younger \u2013 <b>Class 2 Felony<\/b>:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">0 days to 12 months in jail and probation; <i>or<\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Minimum of 3 years in prison to a maximum of 12.5 years in prison<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Minor aged 12 to 15 years old \u2013 <b>Class 2 Felony<\/b>:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">0 days to 12 months in jail and probation; <i>or<\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Minimum of 3 years in prison to a maximum of 12.5 years in prison<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Minor aged 15 to 17 years old \u2013 <b>Class 2 Felony<\/b>:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Typically not criminalized per the Romeo and Juliet law in Arizona<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Arizona Sex Offender Registry<\/h3>\n<p>Registering as a sex offender and being listed on the Arizona sex offender registry is a consequence of a sexual misconduct with a minor conviction. As a result, if you are convicted of a sexual offense including <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/criminal-defense\/sex-crime-defense-attorney-phoenix\/sexual-abuse\/\">sexual abuse<\/a>, child molestation, or statutory rape, you may be required to register as a sex offender.<\/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-dee0d0b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dee0d0b\" 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\">Aggravating Factors To a Statutory Rape Sentence<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-794e88b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"794e88b\" 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>The possible statutory rape sanctions listed above are just a starting point. A more severe sentence is handed down if aggravating elements exist and you are found guilty.<\/p>\n<p>An example of an aggravating factor is the accused being in a \u201cposition of trust.\u201d According to ARS 13-1401, a \u201cposition of trust\u201d includes a minor\u2019s parents &#8211; biological, adoptive, stepparents, foster parents, and legal guardians &#8211; teachers, coaches, religious leaders, and a parent\u2019s significant other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Another aggravating factor is prior felony convictions. The possible prison sentences outlined above for statutory rape are for first-time offenders, but the sentence lengths increase if you have a prior criminal history.&nbsp;<\/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-fee4384 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fee4384\" 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\">Call Phoenix Sex Crimes Attorney Bel\u00e9n Olmedo Guerra As Soon As Possible<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20bee9a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"20bee9a\" 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>In Arizona, sexual conduct with a minor is a serious charge. You need to know the prosecution&#8217;s strengths and weaknesses, as well as any available statutory rape defenses. Mistakes are not an option when the rest of your life is on the line. That is why it is important that you obtain the help of an experienced sex offense criminal defense attorney who understands the justice system and the subtle factors of your case. Contact the legal team at Bel\u00e9n Law Firm for a free and confidential consultation with an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/belenlawfirm.com\/criminal-defense\/\">Phoenix criminal defense lawyer<\/a>. 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For her integrity and professionalism, but during the course of our representation, we gained a degree of personal trust and reliance far exceeding our expectations. Belen demonstrated an amazing level of genuine care and compassion and an implicit desire to keep us informed and knowledgeable of each step in the process. She is a diligent and hard worker and leaves no stone unturned. Our representation was nothing short of brilliant, creative and successful! She is without a doubt the Lady I want in my corner. 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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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Despite being beaten black and blue by police officers that said he was resisting arrest, they also charged him with two felonies. We were all at a loss and Belen was able to keep us grounded as we went through the process explaining every step along the way. She worked extremely hard to expose the truth about the officer involved, and because of her hard work, the felonies were dropped. 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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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