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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)
	Is it illegal to bully?
	Lawforkids.org has information regarding the new 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 collateral?
	Collateral is an item of value that is accepted by the lender to be used to pay back the loan if you... more »

	Curfew (44 questions)
	what is the consequences for getting a second cerfew violation
	Curfew violations and results are decided by each city (municipality). To find out more abou... more »

	Drinking (25 questions)
	I was at a grauation party the other day where there was undeage drinking going on and people were smoking weed out front. The neighbor called in a noise complaint and the cops showed up. There was mostly adults at the party but they didn't know underage drinking as going on. The cops walked in the front door without permission or a search warrant. walked into the back yard and gave me a minor consumption, minor possesion and alcohol in body tickets. What fines am i facing? Can the homeowner fight her contributing to minor tickets? Can we fight the tickets since the cops were not allowed in?
	You ask several questions here, but I think the answers can be found in separate questions alread... 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)
	Can an abused person press criminal charges against the offending partner?
	Yes. Domestic violence is a crime. If you are abused, immediately call the police or prosecuting a... 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)
	How old do you have to be to by tabacoo in arizona.
	In Arizona, it is illegal for a minor (a person under 18 years of age) to purchase, possess, or u... more »

	Jury Duty (15 questions)
	Do I get anything for this?
	Probably not as much as you make at work, but for each day’s attendance you will be paid $12, and a ... 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)
	What are the penalties for theft?
	Arizona law (Chapter 18 of Title 13 of the Arizona Revised Statutes 13-1801 through 13-1818) provide... more »

	School (118 questions)
	Do parents ultimately decide whether their child is retained? Can the parent override the school district's decision concerning grade retention?
	The law is very clear on this. No. The teacher has authority to promote or retain an eleme... 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)
	I live in Phoenix and I live in a violent neighborood. I have been robbed two times and we called the cops. They took a while to get to my house.When they arrived, they checked all rooms and they used this black powder to search for fingerprints. They found foot prints outside the backyard. The problem is is that they couldn't find the people who robbed us. What could I do to change this problem?
	Assuming that you and your family have not been injured, legally there is no direct answer for yo... 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 »