Receiving a traffic ticket is never a pleasant experience, especially when it arrives through automated means like photo radar. Speed cameras are completely legal in Arizona, but you might have heard that you can safely ignore photo radar tickets when you get them. However, that's...
If you have just been caught with an illicit substance and are being charged with drug possession you might be wondering if you will face any jail time. Nearly all drug possession charges in Arizona are felony charges. However, the amount, type, and intended use of...
Because of the 370-mile border we share with Mexico, drug trafficking in Arizona is not uncommon. In 2018, the United States Sentencing Commission reported Arizona as one of the top five areas for drug trafficking offenders in the country, followed by other border regions in...
Most people know that entering the home of a person they do not know without their permission is a crime. However, did you know that stepping onto their property without their knowledge can also get you into legal trouble? Arizona takes trespassing very seriously, and...
What is the "Romeo and Juliet" law in Arizona? If there is one play that William Shakespeare is known for, it is probably “Romeo and Juliet.” Almost everyone is familiar with this tale of tragic young lovers, either from reading it in high school or...
Just like all U.S. states, Arizona has laws against antisemitism and hate crimes. Recently, an increase in hate crimes in Arizona spurred state leaders to strengthen these laws. Let’s discuss Arizona’s new and existing hate crime laws, and how they help keep our citizens safe. When...
Everyone knows that driving a car, motorcycle, or truck while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal in Arizona. The same is true for those who hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and drive for a living. In fact, DUI penalties for a...
In November 2021, a 16-year-old student at Cesar Chavez High School in Phoenix was shot by a 15-year-old peer during a gun transaction. According to police, the 16-year-old student brought a gun to school to sell to the other student. Things escalated when the seller...
As everyone knows, felonies are harsher crimes than misdemeanors. For that reason, people convicted of felony crimes face serious penalties like large fines and time in state prison. However, there are some instances where the penalties for a felony can increase even more. If a person...
In the state of Arizona, people working with children, the elderly, and other vulnerable groups need to obtain a fingerprint clearance card before they can be offered employment. They must also keep their clearance card in good standing throughout the length of their employment. However, a...