Arizona Laws
Phoenix Fireworks Laws for the Fourth of July: What Is Legal and What Can Get You Into Trouble?
Every year around the Fourth of July, Phoenix residents head to fireworks stands to celebrate Independence Day. But many people are surprised to learn that not all fireworks are legal in Arizona, and even fewer are legal to use within the City of Phoenix. Understanding Arizona’s fireworks laws can help you avoid citations, fines, and…
Read MoreChandler Delays Vote on Flock License Plate Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns
Chandler is putting the brakes on a decision about its controversial Flock license plate reader cameras after residents raised concerns about privacy and data collection. The city council was expected to vote on extending Chandler’s contract with Flock Safety, but after extensive public comment during Thursday’s meeting, officials decided to postpone the vote until July…
Read MoreArizona Ebike Laws: Know the Difference Before You Ride This Summer
As we start the quick transition from whatever we count as spring into summer, chances are you’re probably headed out and about in a vehicle with air conditioning, tinted windows, and a pair of oven mitts in the glovebox. For those of you brave or seasoned enough by the Arizona sun, this might actually be…
Read MoreFirst-Time Domestic Violence Charge in Arizona: What You’re Really Facing
“It’s My First Time—Will This Go Away?” This is one of the most common assumptions—and one of the biggest misconceptions. Just because it’s your first offense does not mean it’s minor. What a First-Time DV Charge Can Lead To Even without prior history, you could be facing: Jail time Probation 26-week domestic violence classes Fines…
Read MoreCan the Victim Drop Domestic Violence Charges in Arizona? (Short Answer: No)
This Is the Most Common Question We Get “Can they just drop the charges?” Short answer: No. Longer answer: it’s not up to them. Who Actually Controls the Case? Once police are involved, the case belongs to the State of Arizona. That means: The prosecutor decides whether to file charges The prosecutor decides whether to…
Read MoreOrder of Protection in Arizona: What It Means and What You Can (and Cannot) Do
What Is an Order of Protection? An Order of Protection (OOP) is one of the most immediate and disruptive consequences of a domestic violence case in Arizona. It’s a court order that can be issued quickly—often without you present—and takes effect as soon as you’re served. What an Order of Protection Can Do Depending on…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Charges in Arizona: What You Need to Know (and How to Protect Yourself)
The Taylor Frankie Paul Case Is Everywhere—Here’s Why It Matters If you’ve been on TikTok or following the news lately, you’ve probably seen the headlines about Taylor Frankie Paul. What started as a personal relationship dispute quickly turned into serious criminal charges, public scrutiny, and life-changing consequences. And that’s the part most people don’t realize:…
Read MoreICE’d Out
By now you’ve likely heard multiple stories from multiple states as the Trump Administration bulks up ICE raids in an effort to remove immigrants who have entered the country illegally. This week, ICE in Minnesota used a 5-year-old child as bait to capture his father in the midst of growing protests after a masked ICE…
Read MoreArizona Protest Laws: What You Can and Can’t Do
If you haven’t already heard, the memorial service for Charlie Kirk will take place this Sunday in Glendale, Arizona, at State Farm Stadium. The event is already expected to fill the stadium and preparations for overflow seating at the nextdoor Desert Diamond Arena are underway. The event is expected to draw thousands of Charlie Kirk…
Read MoreFree Speech Rights in Arizona
In the wake of the Charlie Kirk shooting, there’s been the expected uptick in online traffic as everyone weighs in with their opinion. However, there’s been a surge this time around of revenge rhetoric: people see a take they don’t agree with and threaten to contact employers, family members, etc. of those speaking against them.…
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