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Can a Mentally Ill Person be Held by Police Without Arrest?

Typically, a mentally ill defendant who is arrested in Arizona is taken into custody by the police, processed into jail, and then promptly charged with

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Drug Diversion Programs in Arizona Report Success

Drug diversion programs are not new but they are becoming increasingly popular in Arizona and other states. These programs provide mental health and substance abuse

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Arizona U.S. Marshal Killing Highlights Gaps in Mental Health Safety Net

The criminal justice and mental health services in Arizona often fail to help people with psychological problems until it’s too late. Recently, police said they

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Restoration to Competency Cases Remain Controversial in Arizona

Restoration to Competency, or RTC, is a process in which a judge decides whether a person with mental disabilities is fit to face trial. The

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Outlining Arizona’s Unlawful Flight Laws

Failing to stop after being requested to by a police officer or fleeing from police form part of Arizona’s unlawful flight laws. These offenses vary

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Is Shoplifting a Misdemeanor or a Felony in Arizona?

Many people who are charged with shoplifting don’t take the offense seriously. They assume they will get a slap on the wrists and a fine.

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When Can you Fall Foul of Arizona’s Gun Control Laws?

Arizona has some of the most liberal gun laws in the United States. However, its reputation for having few rules can land some people in

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Disproportionate Sentencing Along Racial Lines is Revealed in Arizona Report

If you think you’ll receive the same sentencing in the criminal justice system wherever you live and whatever the color of your skin, think again.

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The Rights of Mentally Ill People in Arizona’s Justice System

Mentally ill people sometimes feel they have no rights in Arizona’s criminal justice system. This is not the case. If you have been diagnosed with

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Arson is a Complicated Crime in Arizona

Arson is a complicated crime that is taken very seriously by prosecutors in Arizona. Often people who are charged with starting fires in the state

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