Scottsdale, Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney

The Law Offices of Howard A. Snader - Criminal Defense

3420 East Shea Blvd. Suite 200 Phoenix, Arizona 85028 USA

 (480) 559-8218

www.notacriminal.com
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Law Firm Overview

At the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, I am dedicated to providing the strongest possible defense for my clients. At my firm, I use my many years of criminal law experience to defend clients against all types of criminal charges. Practicing criminal law since 1989,

I am a former deputy prosecutor for Maricopa County and am one of a limited number of attorneys certified as a specialist in criminal law by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization. This combination of experience and in-depth knowledge gives me — and my clients — an edge.

Since 1995, Arizona's Board of Legal Specialization has recognized my expertise and accomplishment as a criminal defense lawyer by certifying me as a Criminal Law Specialist. I represent clients in all criminal cases from minor misdemeanors to homicide. When the stakes are high, people facing serious criminal charges deserve the very best defense possible.

I have a successful record as a criminal defense attorney and I will put my experience to work for you. My law firm is located in the Scottsdale Atrium in the Scottsdale Airpark in Scottsdale It is easily accessible from major highways such as Highway 101 and has plenty of parking.

Practice Areas

Practice Areas Description

The Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, LLC offers a vigorous defense in cases involving matters such as these:

- Domestic Violence

Allegations of "domestic violence" draw great attention from prosecutors, social workers, and child protection professionals. Such charges are serious and defending against them can be difficult. Often, the strongest defense against domestic violence charges is the reduction of charges to something like misdemeanor assault or disorderly conduct. Domestic violence charges actually trigger increased legal penalties. At the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, LLC, we take all steps necessary to provide a strong defense of your domestic violence charges. In a recent case, the alleged domestic violence victim claimed our client broke the terms of his probation by appearing at her home. We used the built-in GPS mechanism of our client's cell phone to prove his innocence.

- Drug Crimes

Whether you were arrested for drug possession or for possession with intent to sell, distribution, trafficking, manufacturing or cultivation of drugs, you need a lawyer who understands every facet of these cases. I am one of a select number of attorneys who is Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization, and I am also a former prosecutor. I believe in aggressively representing my clients, and I always fight to obtain the very best possible result for them. My record of accomplishment includes cases involving meth, marijuana, cocaine and steroids. I deal with all types of allegations from simple possession to possession for sale, sales, manufacturing and wiretaps. I have had much success with motions to suppress and otherwise challenging the State's evidence.

- DUI / Drunk Driving Defense

A drunk driving charge, also known as driving under the influence (DUI), can be either a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the circumstances. A DUI arrest can also lead to the revocation or suspension of the driver's Arizona license. DUI and drunk driving laws have grown more strict in Arizona over the years. A DUI conviction can seriously affect your life and career prospects. If you fail to act promptly, you may lose your drivers license. At the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, I represent those accused of DUI and related offenses. Since 1990, I have successfully defended clients accused of the following cases: First offense DUI; Extreme DUI; Driving under the influence of drugs; Driving license issues; Felony drunk driving/Repeat offenders; Sentencing guidelines; Alcohol content testing; DUI aggravated assault.

- Sex Crimes

People fighting charges of sexual assault in Arizona face two major hurdles: they must battle the legal basis for the charges, and they must overcome the natural bias juries have against people accused of sex crimes. If you have been charged or accused of sexual assault, you should not rely on just any criminal defense lawyer. You need an attorney experienced in handling Arizona sexual assault cases to fight for your rights and freedom. For over 15 years, I have successfully handled criminal defense cases during pretrial investigations, in plea negotiations, at trial and on appeal. At the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, I represent clients accused of: Prostitution; Indecent Exposure/Public Sexual Indecency; Sexual Assault or Rape; Sexual Conduct with a Minor; Child Pornography; Sexual Exploitation of a Minor; Child Molestation and sexual abuse; Sex Offender Registration Violations.

- White Collar Crimes

Though the term is frequently used in Arizona, "white collar crime" really refers to crimes such as theft, embezzlement, money laundering, insurance or Internet scams, fraud in the workplace, mail fraud, or investment scams. Because the amounts of money involved in such crimes can be large, the punishments can include very long, and sometimes mandatory, prison terms. Restitution is a foregone conclusion. However, from a criminal defense perspective, the real argument is whether probation and not prison can be the final resolution. At the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, I represent clients charged with white collar crimes. Every allegation is unique and requires a distinctive defense strategy, but in these cases my philosophy is clear. I believe in mounting an aggressive and proactive defense which uses the law and the facts to obtain the best possible result for my client.

- Violent Crimes

Violent and dangerous crimes receive a lot of attention in the media and are often what people think of first when asked to name a criminal offense. Because there is so much attention paid to crimes such as homicide and aggravated assault, prosecutors often bring charges without fully investigating their cases. Their motivations are many — they don't want to appear soft on crime, they hope that positive headlines will help their careers and they truly wish to put criminals in prison. Given the high profile and complicated factors involved in violent and dangerous crime cases, it is critical to have an experienced and knowledgeable defense lawyer if you have been charged with one of these offenses. At my Phoenix-area law firm, the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, LLC, I offer clients charged with violent and dangerous crimes an aggressive and thoroughly researched defense. I have successfully defended clients against charges including: Aggravated assault; Robbery; Weapons offenses; Homicide/Murder/Manslaughter; Endangerment; Disorderly conduct involving a gun.

- Criminal Appeals

Appealing a criminal conviction requires unique skill not possessed by every criminal defense attorney. The success of an appellate case hinges on the ability of your attorney to understand not only the law, but also the trial record. Attorney Howard Snader of the Phoenix, Arizona, Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, LLC, has almost twenty years of legal experience. He represents people living throughout the cities of Mesa, Gilbert, Tempe, Scottsdale, Glendale, Peoria, Chandler, Casa Grande, Kingman, Prescott, Cottonwood, Flagstaff, Kingman, Avondale, Litchfield Park, Surprise, Yuma, Apache Junction, and Goodyear. As a Criminal Law Specialist Certified by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization, Mr. Snader understands the importance of developing a thorough record during trial to preserve issues for appeal. When trying your case it is important to record and enter into evidence all appealable issues. Trying the cases we eventually appeal gives us an understanding of the issues as they come up. We will file motions for post conviction relief (PCR Rule 32), appeals for plea bargains, and wrongful convictions.

- Burglary and Theft

If charged with burglaries, thefts, or other property crimes, it is wise to speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney before making any statements to anyone. Depending on your prior record and the seriousness of the offense, you may face a felony or misdemeanor. If there is an available defense, Howard Snader will find it and aggressively advocate for you during trial. In a burglary case, the state must prove you acted intentionally. We have successfully challenged countless cases by pointing out the flaws in the state's case. During a theft case, I have defended people charged by arguing that the victim consented to your control over the property.

- Child/ Elder Abuse

The judges and prosecutors, not to mention the public, have very little tolerance of abusive actions toward the elderly and toward children. If you are facing allegations or charges, true or false, you likely have a challenging battle ahead of you. Your best course of action is to obtain an experienced defense attorney. At the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, I believe in aggressively representing my clients, and I always fight to obtain the very best possible result for them.

- Probation Violation

Appeals of criminal convictions and parole violation matters require an attorney with unique skills and experience. The Law Offices of Howard A. Snader have successfully represented many clients over the years who have faced these serious problems. As one of the few attorneys in Arizona who are Criminal Law Specialists Certified by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization, I have the experience and determination needed in these challenging cases.

- Warrant and Extradition

At the Law Offices of Howard A. Snader, I represent clients in arrest warrant and extradition matters. Being a successful attorney in this area of law requires diligence, attention to detail, and knowledge of the law. In more than 15 years of practice in this area and in the criminal defense, appeals, and parole violation areas, I have successfully represented numerous clients facing very serious charges. In all my work, I aim to obtain the best possible result for my client.

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