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Testimonials
What Our Clients Say About Us
I hired Michelle Behan to help me get my rights to own firearms back. Michelle and her team worked diligently to help me obtain that. Yes it took a little time but she never gave up and fought hard for me. I really appreciate everything her and her team did.
- Brent Engle
Thank you all for your continued diligent work; if no one else tells you this, you guys kick but!
- Jacob
I’m back on the grill at work, my cooking has been top notch. All wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing legal defense you provided me
- Dom
I CAN'T BEGIN TO EXPRESS HOW RELIEVED I AM.. ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU ALL SO SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR AMAZING WORK! SO MUCH RESPECT AND GRATITUDE FOR YOUR TEAM.
- Satisfied Client
Now that I’ve had time to fully process the outcome of my case….I wanted to thank you again for all of your hard work you put into proving my innocence. This has been a very stressful 3 years in waiting for this verdict and I have been praying for NOT GUILTY since day 1. Because of your expertise, focus and determination, you made that happen. I could not be happier with the outcome of my case and I’m truly appreciative of you! Thank you for protecting my rights and fighting for me until the very end! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I would highly recommend you to anyone in need of your services! I give your services 5 stars!!!!!! I would love it if you could share my testimonial on your website. I think everyone needs to know what type of service you can provide.
- Veronica Valenzuela
My pleasure to be served by all of you. For all off you find my gratitude here. Have been a long journey 15 months through the uncertainties of how that final decision of my case is going to ended, Thank you so much for all of you,for your support and hard work and help. I appreciate you all. God bless you all, thanks.
- Satisfied Client
Thank you for working hard on my behalf. You guys ROCK.
- Gregory
I would recommend Michelle to defense clients because I have litigated cases against her as a prosecutor. She's tough and tenacious for her clients, but never unpleasant or unprofessional. She never gave me any reason to question her word when representing the facts around a case, which is the most important component of building trust and rapport with a prosecutor. She's an ethical and zealous advocate for her clients in my experience, and you can't do better than that when seeking an advocate in the courtroom.
- Michael B
Being cited for a DUI in Arizona and dealing with some of the most severe legal ramifications has been the hardest thing I've ever I had to do. I literally knew nothing about the legal process or what I was supposed to do. I knew I needed the best legal and trustworthy representation. I was new to the area so I did some research and found the Behan Ramsell law group. The first conversation I had with Michelle was direct but reassuring. There is a lot of stigma and judgement that goes along with this kind of charge. I was thankful that I found a compassionate, intelligent and focused DUI lawyer that helped me through the process and calmed me down. The Behan law group was extremely helpful and professional in representing me throughout my case. They kept me posted on every step of the process, provided me with the necessary information needed, represented me at my trial and won the case. I would highly recommend them to anyone for legal issues.
- CB
I hired Michelle for a accident I was in involving a DUI. I was initially charged with several felonies, Criminal Damage. Reckless Endangerment, as well as the extreme DUI. I was scared to death and facing a possible 5 years in prison!! No one was hurt in my accident and I was overcharged and Michelle work very hard to make that clear to the court and the prosecutor. The entire firm is personable and professional. I was always keep in the loop and although I could be a pain, they explained everything to me and kept my mind at easy the best it could be. Michelle understood my fear and concern and treated me with dignity and compassion. My end result was better than I could've imagined. NO FELONIES, lowered to a regular DUI. My probation was lessoned on the day of sentencing from 3 years supervised to 18 months. I couldn't of been more pleased with the outcome and the great job Michelle did for me in my case and I highly recommend her.
- Lisa
Michelle kept me in the loop and demystified the process of my case. I felt that her commitment and confidence kept me calm and less fearful of the process. I was always kept informed every step of the way, and facilitated a favorable conclusion.
- Ginny
Not guilty! Highly recommend Michelle! Two years ago I was charged with both a DUI and BAC over 0.08. I felt that I was charged unfairly but with evidence such as a breath test against me, I thought there was no way out of this situation. I am so glad that I chose Michelle for my case. She immediately got to work and believed in my defense as much as I did if not more. I knew right away that I had made the right decision hiring Michelle as she was very knowledgeable, professional and clearly experienced with defending charges such as mine. Michelle handled everything for me, kept me informed during each step and after two years of hard and dedicated work, the next step was a jury trial and I was found NOT GUILTY on both charges! Michelle was able to prove how my breath results did not add up with the rest of my behavior (good driving, passing one leg stand test) and was able to show the flaws with breathalyzers along with expert witness, Mr. Flaxmayer. I am so happy with the outcome of my case and could not be more grateful. I highly recommend Michelle for anyone in need of DUI legal help. Thank you Michelle!
- Vanessa
Michelle L. Behan, represented me on a wrongfully accused DUI case. She was through, diligent, and very professional. She pointed out during the hearing the discrepancies, not following procedures, and changes in answers from the deputies. She succeeded in having the case dismissed. I highly recommend her!
- Satisfied Client
Second Amendment
The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution promises that “the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed” by the government. While this idea might be controversial in some circles, there is little debate among gun owners. In fact, many believe that the rights guaranteed by the Second Amendment are the most crucial of all of our constitutional rights for the purposes of securing and protecting the American way of life.
At The Behan Law Group, we work hard every day to protect the Second Amendment rights of our friends and neighbors in the Tucson area. Our goal is to help you understand the gun laws of the state of Arizona so that you can exercise your right to keep and bear arms.
Top Tips for Gun Safety
Attorney Michelle Behan is a decorated veteran of the United States Navy and a former Special Agent of the FBI. She has undergone extensive weapons training from a variety of top instructors, and all of them continually emphasized the importance of safety around firearms. Gun safety rules apply to all types of firearms, including rifles, shotguns, and handguns, as well to people of all ages:
| 1 Always handle a gun as if it is loaded. |
| 2 Never point a gun toward anything you do not intend to shoot, kill, or destroy. No exceptions. |
| 3 Keep your finger outside of the trigger guard until you are ready to fire. |
| 4 Always be certain of your target and what lies beyond it. |
| 5 Learn how your gun works mechanically and how it feels when the gun is working properly. |
| 6 Use the right ammunition for the gun and your intended purpose. |
| 7 Always check the barrel for obstructions before loading the gun. |
| 8 Do not depend on a gun’s safety switch to prevent it from firing. |
| 9 If the gun does not fire when you pull the trigger, hold your position for several seconds before carefully unloading the weapon. |
| 10 Always know your surroundings when handling or holding a gun. |
Concealed Carry and Self Defense
Arizona is a “constitutional carry” state with “stand your ground” laws for the purposes of self-defense. “Constitutional carry” means that you do not need to obtain a license or permit to open carry or concealed carry a firearm. The state’s “stand your ground” laws do not require you to retreat if you are attacked or assaulted, as long as you are not trespassing or committing a crime. You have the right under Arizona law to use force that is in proportion to the threat against you or your family. The state’s “castle doctrine” laws give you the same rights in your home.
While the laws of Arizona are designed with these important rights in mind, there are situations in which you may need to defend your actions in legal proceedings. The team at The Behan Law Group will work hard on your behalf, no matter how serious your situation may seem.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old do I need to be to own a gun?
In general, you must be 18 years old to buy and possess a gun in Arizona. Those who are under 18 may only possess a gun under the supervision of a parent, guardian, or grandparent. Exceptions are generally made for minors between ages 14 and 17 for hunting, shooting competitions, and target practice.
Do I need to obtain a Concealed Weapons Permit to concealed carry?
Arizona does not require a permit for concealed carry. Individuals who are age 21 or older and not prohibited possessors are allowed to concealed carry. Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit grants some additional privileges and allows you to carry a concealed weapon in any state that has a concealed carry reciprocity arrangement with Arizona.
What types of guns can I own?
Arizona law offers relatively few restrictions on the types of guns that residents can own. You can own most semi-automatic firearms, including handguns, rifles, shotguns, and so-called “assault weapons.” Machine guns, short-barreled rifles, and sawed-off shotguns are not legal to own.
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