Chad Pajerski

About Chad Pajerski

Chad Pajerski is a highly qualified and experienced attorney who specializes in criminal defense cases.  He has been licensed by the State Bar of Arizona since 1999.  In private practice since April of 2004, Mr. Pajerski delivers excellent service to his clients by taking a personal, vested interest in each individual case.  Pajerski Law does not employ junior attorneys or associates, thereby insuring that all aspects of each case are handled exclusively by Mr. Pajerski himself.  Unlike large firms that handle a high volume of cases, Pajerski Law limits the number of active cases to fewer than 20.  By doing this, Mr. Pajerski can ensure that each case receives the same individual attention and that all the needs of his clients are met.

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• Law School: Arizona State

Common questions about Criminal Defense in Arizona

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Can a criminal record be sealed in Arizona?

Yes, under ARS § 13-911 (effective January 2023), many Arizona criminal records can be sealed after a waiting period and full completion of the sentence. Class 1 misdemeanors and Class 4 felonies require a 5-year wait; Class 2 or 3 felonies require 10 years; certain violent and sexual offenses are not eligible. Sealed records are treated as if they never existed for most purposes, though law enforcement retains access.

What is a plea bargain and how common is it in Arizona?

A plea bargain is a negotiated agreement between the prosecutor and defendant for a reduced charge, reduced sentence, or both, in exchange for a guilty or no-contest plea. Roughly 90-95% of Arizona criminal cases resolve by plea rather than trial. The judge must accept the plea (Rule 17, Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure) and confirm that it is knowing, intelligent, and voluntary.

How long does a criminal case take in Arizona?

Misdemeanors typically resolve within 60-180 days from arraignment. Felonies most commonly take 6-18 months from filing to resolution; complex or multi-defendant cases can run 2 or more years. Defendants have speedy-trial rights under Rule 8 of the Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure: in custody felony cases must be tried within 150 days of arraignment, out-of-custody within 180 days, with limited extensions.

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