While an Arizona drug conviction may have immediate effects, such as possible jail time or hefty fines, it may also follow you and hinder other aspects of your life. However, depending on your situation, you may have the option of enrolling in drug court in Maricopa...
Being legally allowed to serve alcohol may be an essential part of certain businesses. But doing so requires permission from the government and specific licenses. It is your responsibility as a business owner to ensure you follow all the rules and regulations...
There are various issues that could come up when someone underage is consuming alcohol. Some of these may result in criminal charges. The Arizona Department of Liquor explains the legal drinking age in the state is 21 years old. This is the legal age in all 50 states....
Starting on December 31, 2022, Arizona will begin allowing individuals with criminal convictions to apply to have these convictions expunged pursuant to A.R.S. § 13-911. Expungement will effectively seal criminal case records, after the convicted individual has...
Having illegal drugs can get you in trouble with the law. Quite possibly, you will end up with a drug possession charge. However, sometimes a prosecutor will go for the additional count of possessing drugs with an intention to distribute them. Like any crime, an...
During an Arizona traffic stop, the law enforcement official who stops over may ask if he or she may look around your car. Depending on the circumstances surrounding the incident, you may have the right to refuse the officer’s request. Knowing when you do and do not...
It is not a crime to be drunk in public in Arizona. However, public drunkenness can lead to other criminal charges. What should people know about drinking in public in Arizona? Drinking in public is illegal While it is not illegal to be drunk in public, it is illegal...
If you want to compete for means-tested federal financial aid, you have probably already begun to prepare the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. After all, according to the U.S. Department of Education, these applications are due on June 30. Your college or...
In 2020, the Arizona public passed Proposition 207, which opened the door for the Arizona legislature to legalize the recreational possession and use of marijuana. However, several ongoing court cases could change the level of protection that Arizonans have against...
When you run a business, such as an entertainment company, you may want to offer alcohol to your patrons. Before you can start doing this, you have to comply with Arizona's liquor laws. If you fail to meet these requirements, you may find yourself facing alcohol...