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	Arrested (57 questions)
	I have ADHD and have some minor behavior problems, the school I'm in has me in a special education class. The school recently placed me in the mainstream and I had a scuffle with another kid on the playground and during the scuffle I told him if he did that again I would snap his neck. I was suspended from school without a hearing and arrested by the police. Are there any attorneys in Phoenix that provide free or pro-bono services for children?
	If you were charged with a crime in 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)
	I have three days to cancel a purchase, right?
	Many consumers mistakenly believe that they have three days to back out of any purchase. However... 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 (41 questions)
	Curfew for Sierra Vista, AZ for Being outside and driving?
	Each city and town in Arizona has specific ordinances (or laws) about the curfew in their city.&n... more »

	Drinking (21 questions)
	Are the penalties for underage drinking differant if you are over 18 but under 21?
	There is no distinction between underage drinking over 18 and under 18 made in the laws. (more »

	Driving (170 questions)
	What about road rage?
	Another driver may have cut you off and almost caused an accident ...but you should think twice befo... more »

	Emancipation (57 questions)
	Is sex with an emancipated minor illegal?
	Under Arizona law (more »

	Family (214 questions)
	Is it legal to drink in your own home if your parents condone it?
	It is not legal for your parents to give it to you. As with most things, if you behave sensibly, no ... more »

	Guns and Weapons (22 questions)
	How and where can I do my target practice?
	There are restrictions about where you can do that shooting, but be careful wherever you shoot a ... more »

	Housing (17 questions)
	You've got the keys, now what?
	Under the law, a tenant must comply with all health and safety obligations imposed upon a tenant ... more »

	Illegal Substances (89 questions)
	Will you go to jail if you do crack?
	In Arizona, possession or use of a narcotic drug like crack is a class 4 felony, according to ARS 13... more »

	Jury Duty (15 questions)
	What is a jurors duty during a cival suite
	To learn more about jury duty, you may want to watch the video for juror orientation on the more »

	Marriage (16 questions)
	I am 17 and am a father to a 2 month old little girl. I want to be responsible for my daughter so when I graduate I will get a job. How much of my paycheck should I give my daughter for childsupport? I want it to be the right amount she is entitled to and nothing less.
	The amount someone pays for child support is determined by a Court, and is different depending on... more »

	New Laws (14 questions)
	Does emancipation affect my driver’s license?
	Yes, once emancipated your driver’s license will Include the words “Emancipated Minor... more »

	Other (369 questions)
	What are the rules for interviewing a six year old child?
	I am assuming that you mean interviewing a minor as a witness in court.  A child is treate... more »

	School (114 questions)
	What is the law concerning Internet use in AZ public schools?
	All public schools provide computer instruction and Internet access because their students are expec... more »

	Sexual Assault and Misconduct (30 questions)
	I have been given a ticket on indecent exposure for masturbating in a parking lot inside my car. Would you please let me know what could be the fine and punishments?.
	Indecent exposure is complicated. It usually is a class 1 misdemeanor. However, if the v... more »

	Trouble (34 questions)
	If you are in a gang what happens if you tell a police officer?
	If you admit to an officer that you are in a gang, your name will be entered into a database for ... more »

	Vandalism and Property Damage (6 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)
	Could you get into trouble for stalking someone?
	Absolutely. Stalking is a criminal offense according to Arizona Law (ARS 13-2923). Stalki... more »

	Voting (5 questions)
	If I am emancipated will I be able to vote in this year's presidential elections?
	Although a minor does have additional responsibilities after becoming emancipated, the laws ... more »

	When You Turn 18 (107 questions)
	Can I be excused?
	The court may excuse people in the following circumstances: • Those people with a mental or p... more »

	Work and Employment (24 questions)
	I have gotton in trouble at work. I am suspended for theft of merchantdise and free timing. My question is does my employer have a right to tell my parnets about this event? i know if they contact the authorities my parnets have to know but what about the investigation threw the workforce only?
	In Arizona, employers have the right to investigate a theft, and parents have... more »