The Harold Fish Case – A Fatal Hike in Arizona

In this gripping episode, we dive into one of Arizona’s most controversial self-defense cases: the 2004 shooting of Grant Kuenzli by retired schoolteacher Harold Fish.

What started as a peaceful solo hike in the Coconino National Forest turned deadly within minutes. Fish claimed he was forced to fire in self-defense after being charged by Kuenzli, who had aggressively confronted him—following a dispute over two unleashed dogs.

Fish was convicted of second-degree murder in 2006 and sentenced to a decade in prison. But years later, that conviction was overturned. What changed? And what does this case tell us about the justice system, gun rights, and the ever-blurry line between self-defense and excessive force?

In this episode, we explore:

• The facts and timeline of the shooting
• The prosecution's theory vs. the defense's strategy
• The role of Kuenzli’s dogs—and their impact on the case
• The trial, conviction, and the appeal that reversed it all
• How this case helped reshape self-defense laws in Arizona

Was this truly a justified shooting? Or a deadly overreaction?

Tune in as we unpack the legal, moral, and societal implications of the Harold Fish case—and why it still sparks debate two decades later.

Would you believe someone could stab their spouse, drag them into a pool, and claim they were asleep the entire time?

In this episode, we unpack one of Arizona’s most bizarre and controversial murder cases: the trial of Scott Falater, also known as The Sleepwalking Killer.

Join Grand Canyon Law Group owners and seasoned defense attorneys Ryan McPhie and David Lish as they break down:

• The shocking facts of the case and the eye-witness testimony
• The defense’s argument of automatism and sleepwalking
• Why Falater’s legal team argued the trial was unfair
• The deeper ethical questions this case raises for defense attorneys

This isn't your average true crime podcast. We're digging into the courtroom strategy, jury dynamics, and legal principles that shaped the outcome — and whether justice was really served.

Welcome to the Grand Canyon Law Group Podcast

This is just the beginning! We’re excited to launch our official podcast, where we’ll dig into real cases, legal strategies, and the stories behind Arizona’s criminal justice system.

This teaser is just a preview—our first full episode drops Monday, April 21, 2025, at 8:00 AM.

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