August 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
Arizona Gambling Ruling On May 14, 2018, the United States Supreme Justices in a 6-3 decision in Murphy v. NCAA struck down the 1992 Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, a Federal Law which dictated that most states cannot allow sports wagering. The majority of the justices concluded that it is unconstitutional for Congress to… read more
Read MoreAugust 8, 2019 | News
What is the Teen Driving Law? Put down the phone and watch the road! In 2018, a law banning wireless use by teens while driving went into effect. Arizona teen drivers who hold a Class G license (also known as an Arizona’s Graduated Driver’s License or a “GDL ) are prohibited from using wireless communication… read more
Read MoreJuly 26, 2019 | drugs
Is possession of marijuana really a felony?! Because it’s totally legal in California… and Nevada… and we have medical marijuana in Arizona… Yes. Possession of Marijuana for personal use is a felony offense in Arizona. Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3405 provides that a person shall not knowingly possess or use marijuana, and that violating the… read more
Read MoreJuly 15, 2019 | assault & violent crimes
Drivers in Arizona who are arrested for a DUI can face license suspension even if they are never convicted of a crime. The reason for this is that Arizona’s Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) handles driving privileges as a separate proceeding from the criminal charge. Arizona considers driving a privilege, not a right. The government reserves… read more
Read MoreJune 27, 2019 | assault & violent crimes
There are several ways that police officers are able to spot drunk drivers. Regardless of whether the stop is made on the road or through a DUI checkpoint, there are several characteristics that have been shown to indicate impaired driving. This type of behavior is what police officers and highway patrolmen look for when searching… read more
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