Arizona Legal Blog

Plain-language guides on Arizona law — DUI, divorce, criminal records, personal injury, and more. A.R.S. cited. Written for Phoenix metro residents.

DUI Defense
Arizona DUI Laws Explained: Standard, Extreme, and Aggravated DUI Under A.R.S. § 28-1381
Arizona has three tiers of DUI charges with drastically different penalties. Here's what each tier means and how the right defense attorney can challenge a DUI charge.
April 27, 2026 · 8 min readRead →
Family Law & Divorce
Community Property in Arizona Divorce: How A.R.S. § 25-318 Divides Assets and Debts
Arizona is one of nine community property states. We explain what that means for your home, bank accounts, retirement, and debts when a marriage ends in Maricopa County.
April 27, 2026 · 7 min readRead →
Criminal Defense
Arizona's 2023 Record Sealing Law: A.R.S. § 13-911 vs. the Old Set-Aside — What's the Difference?
Arizona's landmark 2023 law allows actual sealing — not just set-aside — for many criminal offenses. We explain who qualifies, how to apply, and why it matters for background checks.
April 27, 2026 · 9 min readRead →
Personal Injury
Arizona Personal Injury Statute of Limitations: A.R.S. § 12-542 and What Happens If You Miss the Deadline
In Arizona, most personal injury claims must be filed within 2 years. We cover the exact deadlines, exceptions, and how Arizona's pure comparative fault rule affects your recovery.
April 27, 2026 · 6 min readRead →
Court Guide
Maricopa County Superior Court: The Complete Guide for Phoenix Metro Residents
The 4th largest trial court in the United States. We cover divisions, locations, filing procedures, and how to find court records for criminal, civil, family, and probate cases.
April 27, 2026 · 10 min readRead →
Personal Injury
Arizona Dog Bite Law: A.R.S. § 11-1025 Strict Liability — No "One Bite" Rule
Arizona holds dog owners strictly liable for bites regardless of prior knowledge. Unlike many states, there's no "one free bite" rule. Here's what victims need to know to recover compensation.
April 27, 2026 · 6 min readRead →
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