The Prosecutor’s Office is responsible for prosecuting misdemeanor crimes committed in the City of San Luis as well as violations of the San Luis City Code.
In protecting the safety of our community, we exercise the highest standards in prosecuting violations of the laws and respecting the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Arizona.
We aggressively pursue accountability for criminal behavior while treating defendants justly and with dignity. We zealously protect victims' rights and act in the best interests of San Luis residents and businesses.
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- Dog at Large (Information for both complainants and dog owners)
- Crime Victim Services Center
- Domestic Violence Information Center
- Misdemeanor Sentencing
Victims' Advocate
Amberly’s Place
The Yuma Family Advocacy Coalition established Amberly's Place in 1999 to provide an innovative, multi-disciplinary approach to the investigation, prosecution and intervention of cases of child sexual and/or physical abuse, domestic violence, elder abuse and sexual assault
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Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes §28-695, “Aggressive Driving” is when a driver poses an immediate hazard to another person or vehicle, while speeding and committing at least 2 of the following:
- Failing to obey a traffic control device
- Overtaking and passing another vehicle on the right side by driving off the pavement or main travel portion of the roadway
- Committing an unsafe lane change
- Tailgating
- Failing to yield right of way
Possible Punishment for Aggressive Driving
Aggressive Driving is a class one misdemeanor. In addition to the regular sentencing options (three years probation, up to six months jail, and a fine of up to $4,633.
If the defendant has previously been convicted of Aggressive Driving within 24 months of the current conviction, his driver’s license can also be revoked for one year.
Arizona takes domestic violence charges seriously. The charges can be more serious than you realize and the punishments harsh if convicted.
Domestic violence is not a criminal offense. It is a designation that a protected relationship exists between the defendant and the listed victim. Domestic violence is not limited to acts of physical aggression. It includes non-physical contact as well.
Arizona Revised Statutes §13-3601 defines the affected relationships involved in domestic violence cases:
- Spouse or former spouse
- Persons residing or having resided together in the same household, this includes same gender cohabitation
- Persons who have a child in common
- A party who is pregnant by the other party
- Parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother or sister, or by marriage as a parent-in-law, grandparent-in-law, step-parent, step-grandparent, step-child, step-grandchild, brother-in-law or sister-in-law
- A child who resides or has resided in the same household as the defendant and is related by blood to a former spouse of the defendant or to a person who resides or who has resided in the same household as the defendant
- The relationship between the victim and the defendant is now or previously was a romantic or sexual relationship
Arizona Crimes Covered Under Domestic Violence Offences
Criminal offenses under the Arizona's domestic violence laws, include:
- Assault - A.R.S. §13-1203
- Aggravated assault - A.R.S. §13-1204
- Child abuse - A.R.S. §13-3623
- Custodial interference - A.R.S. §13-1302
- Criminal damage - A.R.S. 13-1602
- Dangerous crimes against children - A.R.S. §13-705
- Disorderly conduct - A.R.S. §13-2904
- Elderly abuse - A.R.S. §13-3623
- Endangerment - A.R.S. §13-1201
- False imprisonment - A.R.S. §13-1303
- Harassment - A.R.S. §13-2921
- Harassment (telephonic) - A.R.S. §13-2916
- Kidnaping - A.R.S. §13-1304
- Order of protection violations - A.R.S. §13-2810
- Restraining order violations - A.R.S. §13-2810
- Stalking - A.R.S. §13-2923
- Surreptitious photographing - A.R.S. §13-3019
- Threatening and intimidation - A.R.S. §13-1202
- Trespass - A.R.S. §13-1502-04
Consequences of a Domestic Violence Conviction
A conviction of an Arizona domestic violence crime could result in limitations in child visitation rights, loss of gun privileges, mandatory domestic violence counseling, probation, jail, imprisonment or loss of legal status in the United States for non-US citizens. Domestic violence cases involving weapons or injury are often prosecuted as felonies.
If convicted as a felony, the defendant could serve time in state prison. If convicted as a misdemeanor, the punishment could be as much as 6 months in jail and a fine of up to $4,633. Arizona domestic violence laws require the defendant complete a domestic violence counseling program. In many cases, the court will enter an order, which prohibits the defendant from having any contact with the victim or returning to the location where the alleged offense occurred. Often, this will be the defendant's own home.
No. The City Prosecutor does not represent individuals in private legal matters and cannot provide any legal advice to individuals. If you need help with a personal legal matter such as filing a lawsuit, creating a will, or defending against a criminal charge, you may want to contact a private attorney. If you do not know an attorney in your area, the State Bar of Arizona’s website has a feature that allows users to search for an attorney by county and area of practice.
The San Luis City Prosecutor is responsible for misdemeanors and some civil violations within the City of San Luis.
Felonies and most offenses committed by juveniles within the City of San Luis are prosecuted by the Yuma County Attorney’s Office.
The Prosecutor’s Office is not an investigatory agency. The San Luis Police Department investigates criminal offenses in the City of San Luis. All suspected criminal activity should be reported to the San Luis Police Department at 1030 Union St, San Luis, AZ 85349 or the police department's non-emergency number at 928-341-2420. In the event of an emergency or a life-threatening situation, call 9-1-1.
Only the Municipal Court can grant a continuance. You must file an appropriate motion with the Municipal Court. You can pick up forms from the San Luis Municipal Court at 767 N William Brooks Avenue, San Luis, AZ 85349, open Monday through Friday· 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Telephone: (928) 341-8595.
A private person cannot press charges against another person in Arizona. Only the police or the prosecutor can bring criminal charges against another person. If you wish to lodge a criminal complaint about someone, call the San Luis Police Department at 928-341-2420.
No. The City of San Luis, through the police department or the City Prosecutor, not you, has charged the defendant with a crime. Although the decision to prosecute or dismiss a case is made by this office, we do consider the wishes of victims when making that decision.
If you are a victim or a witness of a crime, you may have to testify at trial. However, most cases are settled without trial.
Address: 2165 Gila Ridge Rd. Yuma, Arizona
Phone: (800) 251-5866
A Plea Agreement is a written contract between the defendant and the prosecutor, which outlines an agreement reached between the parties regarding disposition the charges in a case. Plea agreements may include dismissal of some charges in exchange for a plea of guilty to other charges; or it may be that the defendant and the prosecutor agree on a particular sentence in a case.
If you have received a citation and can't make your court appearance date, contact the San Luis Municipal Court at 928-341-8595 for information.
The City Prosecutor may discuss a case with a defendant as long as the defendant is not represented by an attorney. If a defendant is represented by an attorney, the Prosecutor can speak only to the attorney.
Victims have a right to speak to the prosecutor about the disposition of their case and before trial. If you are a victim wishing to speak with the prosecutor, please contact our office to make an appointment.
