Name: The System Failed Me. Now We Fight for You. | Future First Criminal Law
Uploaded: 2026-07-01
Duration: 2 min 33 s
Description: Zach Divelbiss founded Future First Criminal Law after the system failed him at nineteen. The firm defends DUI, felony, misdemeanor, and pre-file investigation cases across Arizona and helps people clear old records.

Question 1

What happens when you are arrested in Arizona?

Accepted Answer

First, there is an investigation and typically an arrest, meaning the police take you into custody because they believe you committed a crime. Before they question you about a crime, they are required to read you your Miranda warnings.

Question 2

When should the police read you your rights?

Accepted Answer

The police should tell you that you have the right to remain silent, that anything you say can be used against you, and that you have the right to an attorney before questioning. If you cannot afford one, an attorney will be provided. Your attorney needs to know exactly when this happened.

Question 3

What happens during booking?

Accepted Answer

After you are taken into custody, the police often take your photograph and fingerprints. Call a lawyer immediately. If you do not know one, have a family member schedule a consultation. Only calls with your lawyer are confidential while you are in jail.

Question 4

What is an arraignment in Arizona?

Accepted Answer

Within 48 hours of arrest, if you are held in jail, a judge arraigns you. The prosecutor explains why you were arrested, and the judge decides whether you are released or held until your next court date. Do not discuss the details of your case at this stage.

Question 5

What is an indictment?

Accepted Answer

After arraignment, the prosecutor presents evidence to a grand jury or files a direct complaint. It is a one-sided proceeding that neither you nor your lawyer can join. If the grand jury finds enough evidence, it issues an indictment, the formal charge or charges against you.

Question 6

What is discovery in a criminal case?

Accepted Answer

Once charges are filed, you have the right to see all of the prosecutor's evidence, including questioning witnesses. This can take several months. Toward the end of discovery, your lawyer and the prosecutor may negotiate to dismiss or reduce the charges, which is called plea bargaining.

Question 7

How does plea bargaining work in Arizona?

Accepted Answer

Plea bargaining can begin at any time, but usually after your lawyer reviews all the evidence. Sentencing laws often set the range for a given crime and your prior history. Your lawyer can negotiate a different or lesser charge that carries a lighter sentence.

Question 8

What happens at trial?

Accepted Answer

If the case is not dismissed and you do not accept a plea, there is a trial. The prosecutor presents their case first. Your lawyer questions every witness and piece of evidence, then presents your defense using the strongest strategy for your case.

Question 9

How does sentencing work?

Accepted Answer

If you are found guilty, the judge sets your sentence, usually a few weeks after trial. If you are found not guilty, there is no punishment.

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