Misdemeanor Probation While all classes of misdemeanors could potentially result in incarceration, in some cases, particularly in those in which a defendant is a first-time offender, a judge may order a sentence of probation rather than incarceration. Probation may also …
Dog At Large: Arizona’s Laws A “dog at large” is one which is completely unrestrained, whether by tether, leash, or something similar. Arizona state statute provides laws regulating when a dog may or may not be at large, with additional …
Can a Passenger in a Vehicle Drink Alcohol? Arizona has strict “open container laws” which make it illegal to have any open container of alcohol in a passenger area of a vehicle. According to A.R.S. 4-251, the following is unlawful: …
Physician Services Inc. (PSI) Locations In some court cases, a party may be court-ordered to undergo drug testing. Drug testing may be ordered in situations such as: Criminal offenders being monitored while on probation. Criminal offenders in a diversion program. …
Military Divorces: The Unique Factors Involved Divorces in which one or both spouses are active or retired members of the United States military can come with unique circumstances that differ from traditional divorces. Military couples will need to determine the …
Voting Rights Restoration in Arizona When anyone is convicted of a felony offense in the state of Arizona, pursuant to A.R.S. 13-904, the following civil rights are suspended: Voting rights. Rights to hold a public office of trust or profit. …
It’s Spring Training in Arizona! Can I Drink Outside the Baseball Stadiums in Scottsdale? Each year, the sunny weather in Arizona brings in several Major League Baseball teams for spring training, where the teams can try out new players and …
Minor in Possession (MIP) / Minor in Consumption (MIC) Charges Arizona is home to several major universities that attract and house students from around the country as well as internationally. As these students learn to navigate adult livelihood and responsibility, …
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Quashing a Warrant Finding out you have a warrant can be a scary feeling. A warrant gives law enforcement the authority to do various activities that would not otherwise be permitted, such as conduct a search, seize items, or arrest …
Felony Probation in Arizona Felony offenses are the most serious criminal offenses that an offender can commit, and they often come with harsh penalties for those who are convicted. However, in some cases, particularly in those in which a defendant …
