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Medical Marijuana Cardholders Gain Defense
While the Arizona Supreme Court recently rejected an argument that medical marijuana users should receive complete immunity from DUI prosecution, the justices did open the door to the possibility of a DUI defense based on the level of marijuana in the bloodstream. According to recent reports, the decision is designed to make Arizona’s medical marijuana…
Why Do People Go Bankrupt?
In a perfect world, all of us would be able to pay our bills in a timely manner and there would be no need for personal bankruptcy. In the real world, however, people do have to file for protection under bankruptcy law. While some believe that lack of financial planning is to blame for bankruptcy,…
Could Real Criminal Justice Reform Be Ahead for Arizona?
Arizona policy leaders met recently to discuss possible changes to the Arizona criminal justice system that would include sentence reform, according to reports. While the participants in these discussions have political views that range across both ends of the spectrum, the group met to share their commitment to build strong, safe neighborhoods and reduce the…
MCSO Receives Grant To Combat DUI
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office announced recently that it received a $110,000 grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. The money will be used to enhance the efforts of DUI enforcement, including public education. According to the Sheriff’s Office, which has arrested 777 people in the past year for DUI, the grant will…
What is Secured Property?
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, one of the first things you must do is divide your debt into two categories: that which is secured and that which is unsecured. This is very important in determining the best type of bankruptcy for your needs. If you have a great deal of secured property, you…
Does Arizona Really Have The Toughest DUI Laws?
Arizona has long been known as a state with incredibly tough DUI laws. However, recent evidence shows that Arizona may truly have earned the title of “toughest DUI state in the nation.” Multiple studies have suggested that overall Arizona has the country’s harshest penalties for DUI. While other states may allow DUIs to stay on…
Will Bankruptcy Discharge My Back Taxes?
A bankruptcy may be able to discharge many of your debts, although taxes are not typically among them. In most cases, debtors will still be liable for paying taxes even after a bankruptcy is discharged. However, there are ways that debtors may be able to discharge some or all of their tax liability if certain…
Sisters Face Prison in Rental Scheme
Two sisters in Phoenix and Avondale face prison sentences after pleading guilty to the crime of conspiracy in connection with a rental scheme to capitalize on undocumented immigrants, according to recent reports. The two women were sentenced to 33 months and 63 months for their part in the management of 279 rental units between 2008…
Man Arrested for Attempting To Burn Down House
A man was arrested when he allegedly assaulted his wife and attempted to burn down his own home, according to recent reports. The 44-year-old Phoenix man was charged with assault in connection with an alleged attack on his wife in their home at Shangri La Road and 26th Street. He then was said to have…