Most Arizona residents believe that if they ever become victims of verbal abuse, they would know about it immediately. This belief may be true when the abuse takes the form of yelling, name-calling, belittling behavior, and put-downs. However, verbal abuse can take on...
It can be nerve-racking for anyone seeing blue lights behind their vehicle. Flashing lights mean that the driver should pull over safely and immediately. Sometimes, a routine traffic stop could turn into a nightmare because of an overzealous officer, but drivers have...
An individual charged with driving under the influence in Arizona could face stiff penalties, including fines, jail time, license suspension and mandatory community service. Here's what people in Arizona should know about the statewide DUI laws. What are the statewide...
Drinking doesn't mix with driving. Everyone in Arizona knows that. Unfortunately, it's still a common crime. Many people in Arizona are picked up for DUI or related charges like aggravated driving. Anyone who's charged with driving under the influence needs to know...
When Arizona residents hear "domestic violence," they likely picture a physical assault that results in visible injuries to the victim. However, physical assault only represents one type of domestic abuse. An individual faced with presenting a domestic violence...
A Breathalyzer machine is often used to help police officers in Arizona and elsewhere determine a driver's blood-alcohol level. However, it is generally accepted that these devices have an error rate of between 15% and 23%. Let's take a look at some of the reasons why...
No one enjoys being stopped by the police when driving down the highway; there are no positive outcomes other than being allowed to drive away without a citation. Officers are trained to investigate those who may be driving under the influence, and they might conduct...
Many U.S. states have long been criticized for the lack of diversity on the bench and in prosecutor's offices. There are few women or people of color represented in the judiciary branch in Arizona and most other states, which may result in negative outcomes for...
Computer and mobile technology that enables everyday people to manipulate digital files has proven problematic in various court cases. When a party to a lawsuit or criminal complaint provides digital files as evidence, that evidence often does not undergo...
Domestic violence represents a significant safety risk to abused partners. In Arizona, some people in relationships find themselves suffering abuse. The abuse can take many forms, such as physical, emotional or sexual. Violent relationships create signs and patterns...