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	Arrested (61 questions)
	If you are charged by police with a misdemeanor for petty theft (1st time offense, good student), is there a chance the judge will drop the charge?
	First of all, one should be clear on what judges can and cannot do. A judge will hear evidence and t... more »

	Banking (5 questions)
	How much does it cost to attend college?
	Information about college costs, scholorships and planning for your education is usually availabl... more »

	Bullying (6 questions)
	as a younger child i was kinda popilar with a few kids in scghool but then again i was bullied. even though nobody ever handled my problems i learned 2 get over it until recently... lately ive become REALLY mean. would i be considered a bully and if i am could people press charges against me?
	Arizona has a new law that requires schools to have policies on bullying, harassment and intimidatio... more »

	Contracts (5 questions)
	Do all contracts have to be in writing?
	No. However, in certain cases no court action can be brought unless the promise or agreement is i... more »

	Credit (4 questions)
	What is a credit report?
	A credit report is a summary of what debts you owe and a history of how promptly you have paid of... more »

	Curfew (44 questions)
	what is the curfew for Avondale AZ
	The short quick answer is if you are under 16 - between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. and... more »

	Drinking (25 questions)
	I can't seem to get an answer to this question so I thought I would ask here. What are the penalties, for a 21 year old, for being found drinking in public in the state of Arizona? meaning not drunk and disorderly or having any relation to a vehicle just drinking from an open container.
	The following statutes are provided as an educational resource. If you over 21 and have been found d... more »

	Driving (187 questions)
	Can police use their authority to get ahead in a line, or put their light on for a personal matter?
	As a general rule, it is not OK for an officer to 'badge' his way to the front of the line. While it... more »

	Emancipation (67 questions)
	How do I go about getting emancipated in Arizona
	See the introductory information on Emore »

	Family (219 questions)
	Is it possible to get married without parents' consent?
	In Arizona, anyone under the age of 18 needs to have the consent of the parent or guardian that... more »

	Guns and Weapons (23 questions)
	What exactly are the laws governing airsoft guns in Flagstaff, AZ? I've looked all over the place, and the only article I found here was for Tuscon. I'm sure it's not much different, but I would still like to know. My friends and I play airsoft (I just started) and we all use AEGs. Thanks for you help. Here's a story about one of my friends, the law, and airsoft: One of my friends got arrested because a 'vet saw him on his friend's roof with an airsoft gun, thought it was an assault rifle, and the SWAT were called in. He was arrested, but I'm not sure what else happened.
	Before you use your airsoft gun, you may want to contact the police department and find out the l... more »

	Housing (17 questions)
	My girlfriend is 16 years of age and I just turned 18. I wanted to know if her mom kicks her out could she live with me?
	If she becomes emancipated, there is no law against living together. However, if her parents fail to... more »

	Illegal Substances (91 questions)
	Do juvenile drug offenders get the same sentences/charges as adult drug offenders?
	No. The Juvenile criminal system is very different from the adult criminal system. For one thing, Ju... more »

	Jury Duty (15 questions)
	This sounds like it could take forever. How about all the time I'm taking off from my job?
	Your employer may not refuse to permit you to serve as a juror, and may not dismiss you or penalize ... more »

	Marriage (16 questions)
	Can I obtain a marriage liscence if I am a minor, without consent of my parents? And if I am female, could I marry another female?
	The answer to your question about getting married without parental consent can be found under lawfor... more »

	New Laws (15 questions)
	Can being forced to subscribe to a radical religon be grounds for an emancipation?
	No. As of right now, Arizona does not have a law allowing emancipation. There is a simila... more »

	Other (378 questions)
	Why are the new laws for juveniles so tough?
	The new laws for juveniles were put into place as a result of a proposition that Arizona voters appr... more »

	School (118 questions)
	Can my parents be arrested if I don't attend school and they don't make me attend school?
	Ditching, or truancy, is against the law for anyone between the ages of six and sixteen. (more »

	Sexual Assault and Misconduct (31 questions)
	My girlfriend's father beats/rapes her on a regular basis, her mother doesn't seem to care, and her father has taught her brother to disrespect and hurt her as well. She's 17 still, and I'm 16, and I'm wondering if she could move in with me and my mother until she turns 18
	Sexual and physical abuse are serious issues and must be reported.  Arizona law requires cer... more »

	Trouble (34 questions)
	What basic things should I remember if I'm arrested?
	Once you have identified yourself, you may refuse to make any statement or discuss the case with any... more »

	Vandalism and Property Damage (8 questions)
	My mom had made a fence aroung our back yard. Kids keep on trespassing by climbing on our fence. They do this because they want to cross from the apartments on the other side of our backyard to the street in front of our house. Can we call the police if this occures again?
	Calling the police to report the trespasser(s) would be an appropriate response against a tr... more »

	Violence (87 questions)
	What are the laws on organized fighting?
	All of the laws regarding organized fighting, which includes boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, hitting,... more »

	Voting (6 questions)
	when do I have to be registered by in order to be able to vote in November?
	The deadline in Arizona for registration to vote in the November 4, 2008 election is October 6, 2... more »

	When You Turn 18 (107 questions)
	What exactly is a warranty?
	There are two types of consumer warranties: express and implied. Under Arizona law, expre... more »

	Work and Employment (24 questions)
	i want to become a lawyer but what kind of job should i have in high school to help me
	It is helpful, but not necessary to work at jobs that are related to the legal profession su... more »