Jamiel Allen — Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Fighting for Your Freedom

Over 20 years of criminal defense practice, I’ve achieved significant victories for clients facing serious state and federal charges. Here are some of the results I’ve secured:

Federal Cases

Federal Extortion — Complete Acquittal

Charges: Federal extortion and conspiracy

Result: NOT GUILTY verdicts on all counts

In a high-profile Teamsters Local 25 “Top Chef” extortion trial, the government brought the full weight of the Department of Justice against union members, alleging federal extortion and conspiracy. As part of the defense team, we secured not guilty verdicts on all counts by successfully proving that our clients were fighting for legitimate labor jobs, and drawing the line between employees advocating for real jobs and criminal extortion.

Federal Gun Charges — Case Dismissed

Charges: Prohibited possession and making false statements during firearm purchase

Result: All charges dismissed

My client was charged in federal court with being a prohibited possessor and making false statements during a firearm purchase. The government’s case relied heavily on statements my client made during a SWAT raid at his home and a later interrogation at the police station. I filed a motion to protect my client’s right to remain silent after the police interviewed him twice but failed to tell him he had the right to a lawyer and the right to remain silent until the second interview. The Court agreed that my client’s rights were violated and ruled the statements could not be used as evidence. The government was forced to dismiss the charges.

Mail Fraud & Conspiracy — Probation Instead of Prison

Charges: Multi-state mail fraud and conspiracy to defraud a federally-funded program

Result: Probation (no jail time)

My client was charged, along with a group of individuals, with engaging in a multi-state scheme to defraud a federally-funded program. The prosecutor alleged that the group fabricated a magazine to obtain reimbursement proceeds from a government program. Following a lengthy jury trial lasting nearly three weeks, my client was convicted; however, despite the government’s adamant recommendation for a prison sentence, I was able to successfully convince the judge to give my client probation instead.

False Statement to Federal Auditor — Probation

Charges: Making false statements to a federal auditor regarding nonprofit grant funds

Result: Probation

My client ran a nonprofit organization and was charged with misleading a federal auditor in order to allegedly conceal over $100,000 of federal grant funds. The government’s theory was that my client purchased real estate with federal grant money at inflated property prices, and later received a donation from the seller, which they labeled as a kickback. Although the indictment detailed serious fraud allegations and the government sought prison time, the legal proceedings concluded with a successful defense outcome of probation.

State Cases

Aggravated Assault — Complete Acquittal

Charges: Aggravated assault (shooting at a police officer)

Result: Complete acquittal

My client was wrongfully charged with shooting at a police officer outside of a strip club. During four days of trial, we showed that the identification was unreliable and that the police officer provided misleading information regarding some pretty critical details. The jury returned a verdict of not guilty on all counts.

Why These Results Matter

Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee future outcomes. However, these cases demonstrate my commitment to:

• Aggressive Investigation: Challenging every aspect of the government’s case
• Constitutional Defense: Protecting your rights through strategic motion practice
• Trial-Ready Preparation: Preparing every case as if it will go to trial
• Sentencing Advocacy: Fighting for the best possible outcome even after conviction