Theft or Unlawful Use of Transportation? In Arizona, “joyriding” is not a harmless offense—it can result in serious felony charges. Depending on the facts, it may be charged as either theft of means of transportation or unlawful use of means […]
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Juvenile Probation Arizona aims to steer juvenile delinquency cases toward rehabilitative measures rather than harsh punishments when appropriate. This means that minors who commit less serious crimes may be able to expect less severe sentencing through juvenile court than they
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LegalShield Insurance and Rideout Law Group LegalShield is a specialized company that offers legal plans to their customers, giving them access to multiple law firms for a low monthly rate. Rideout Law Group has been a proud partner of LegalShield
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Protecting Parental Rights and Child’s Best Interests in Relocation In matters of child custody and relocation, A.R.S. 25-408 establishes clear guidelines for parental relocation, notice requirements, and legal proceedings. It plays a vital role in safeguarding the rights of both
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Visited by the Department of Child Safety? Receiving an unexpected house call from the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS), or what you may think of as CPS, can be a harrowing experience for any parent. It’s essential to
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Juvenile Dependency in Arizona What is a Dependency Petition? A dependency petition is a legal document filed with the Juvenile Court, asserting that a child is in need of effective care and control for which their parents or guardians
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Guardian ad Litem Appointments in Arizona In Arizona, a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is appointed by the court to represent the best interests of a child or vulnerable adult in certain legal proceedings. GALs play a crucial role in advocating
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Oregon Legislature Passes a Deception Bill that Prevents Police from Lying to Youth During Interrogations In June, Oregon became the second state to pass a deception bill that prevents law enforcement from lying to people under the age of 18
Arizona Governor signs bill changing current civil forfeiture laws. On May 5, Governor Doug Ducey signed House Bill 2810, which rewrote large portions of Arizona’s civil forfeiture laws. This new bill will make it more difficult for the government to
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Supreme Court changes course with ruling on juvenile sentenced to life without parole. On April 22, 2021, The Supreme Court slowed its path of leniency for minors convicted of serious crimes. In a 6-to-3 ruling, the court said, “judges need
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