Municipal Codes in Arizona What is a Municipal Code? In Arizona, a municipal criminal code is a city’s rules or ordinances that make certain conduct illegal within that specific city’s municipal boundaries. This city criminal code fills in the gaps of Arizona’s state laws, known as Arizona Revised Statutes, as well as federal criminal laws, …
Sex Trafficking Laws in Arizona: A.R.S. 13-1307 A.R.S. 13-1307 targets sex trafficking and prostitution, aiming to eradicate this crime. It criminalizes knowingly trafficking adults (18 or older) for prostitution or sexually explicit performances through deception, force, or coercion. This covers both individuals with the intent to coerce and those who are aware of coercion. The …
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Pulled Over for a DUI? Find Out What To Do. Being pulled over for a DUI can be a daunting experience, but your actions during this crucial moment can significantly impact the legal proceedings that follow. It’s essential to know what to do to protect your rights and what your potential defenses are. Here are …
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Think You Can Text While You Drive? Think Again. In January 2021, Arizona enacted the “Arizona Hands-Off Law,” which makes it illegal to use standalone electronic devices that are not in hands-free mode while driving your vehicle. This is inclusive of cell phones as well as tablets, gaming devices, and music players. This law prohibits …
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Confused About ADOT Hearings? If you have an upcoming hearing through the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), Rideout Law Group can represent you. In Arizona, you may find yourself needing to appear in an ADOT hearing for a DUI (admin per se), deadlines, or license suspension, among other reasons. If you have been arrested for …
Drug Paraphernalia Charges in Arizona In simple terms, A.R.S. 13-3415 addresses the possession, manufacture, delivery, and advertising of drug paraphernalia. The statute aims to deter and penalize activities related to drug use and distribution by regulating items used in the drug trade. While you can read the entire statute here, you can read its overview …
Does Arizona Recognize Common Law Marriage? You may believe that two adults who live together for seven years are considered married by default, or in a “common law” marriage. It is important to understand that Arizona does not recognize common law marriage. This means that, even if you have been living together as a married …
Understanding Covenant Marriages in Arizona In 1998, Arizona became one of the very few states to legally permit “covenant marriage.” Described in A.R.S. 25-901 to 25-906, these types of marriages have stricter requirements for marriage and limit the ability to both divorce or legally separate. In many instances, couples choose to enter into a covenant …
Disorderly Conduct Charges in Arizona Disorderly conduct is a legal term that encompasses disruptive or offensive behaviors, such as fighting, excessive noise, or abusive language, intended to disturb the peace or provoke immediate physical retaliation. In Arizona, A.R.S. 13-2904, read in full here, outlines the behaviors that constitute this offense and the associated penalties. Disorderly …
How Can You Establish Paternity? In Arizona, when a child is born to a married couple, the husband is presumed to be the father per A.R.S. 25-814. Similarly, when two individuals sign a child’s birth certificate, it is also presumed that both individuals are the legal parents. Following a 2017 ruling by the Arizona Supreme …
