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0 Answers | Asked in Identity Theft, Civil Rights and Consumer Law for Arizona on
Q: Unauthorized use of email and identity concerns during hospitalization in Arizona.

While voluntarily admitted to a hospital in 2024, someone used my email account without permission to send personal information, including my DD214, college transcript, and birth certificate. My email signature changed, suggesting I had an iPad, which I don't own. I stayed in the hospital... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Consumer Law and Real Estate Law for Arizona on
Q: Is it legal for a landlord to require online rent payments with fees in Arizona?

I recently received a notice from my landlord stating that they will no longer accept cash payments for rent. Instead, we must use an online payment platform which costs $9.99, or pay through a store which costs $3.99. This new policy applies to all tenants, and many are unhappy about the change.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Arizona on
Q: Is it legal for undercover cops to search my car without consent if K-9 didn't alert and issue a citation?

I was followed by undercover cops to my apartment complex's private property and pulled over for not using a turn signal. They used a K-9 to inspect my vehicle, but it did not alert, yet they proceeded to search my car without my permission, taking over an hour. During the process, they... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Probate and Civil Litigation for Arizona on
Q: How can I reclaim vehicles from someone refusing to return them after my brother's death in Arizona?

My brother recently passed away and I am the only surviving family member. He owned a box truck and a trailer. Although my brother did not leave a will, he verbally told me and a friend that I could take possession of the truck and trailer, as I needed them for work. Now, the person who currently... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Domestic Violence and Real Estate Law for Arizona on
Q: How to evict a long-term guest in Arizona?

I have been living in my own property and allowed a guest to stay for a while. This guest has now overstayed for 20 years despite my request for them to leave. I feel worried about addressing this due to their potential bad treatment towards me. I do not have money, can't drive, and my phone... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Municipal Law for Arizona on
Q: Is personal filming of pornography legal in Fountain Hills, Arizona?

I want to know if personal filming of pornography is legal in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Specifically, I am concerned about any local ordinances that might affect this activity. Can you provide guidance on the legalities involved?

0 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Health Care Law and Criminal Law for Arizona on
Q: How to request medical release for incarcerated loved one with liver tumors?

I have been in a relationship for 13 years with someone who is currently incarcerated. I have contacted the warden and left messages about my concern for his health, particularly regarding tumors on his liver, but I have not received any response. I have not started any official process to request... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Collections and Bankruptcy for Arizona on
Q: Wage garnishment without proper service for credit card debt; dispute options or Chapter 13?

I recently discovered that my husband's wages were garnished for a credit card debt, and he was never served any papers related to this debt. We received a letter about a lawsuit a few months back, which was sent by regular mail and did not indicate any formal service. The garnishment was only... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 21, 2025

Dispute first, then possibly chapter 13 if not successful.

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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Arizona on
Q: Can my employer refuse to cash out PTO awarded as a "courtesy" upon termination for a safety violation?

I was fired from my job for a safety violation, a week after being given 104 PTO hours. The company claims these hours cannot be cashed out since they were given as a "courtesy" and not accrued. However, throughout my 4 years of employment, PTO hours were always provided upfront, not... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Arizona on
Q: Car accident case worth with $42k in medical bills and ongoing treatment in AZ.

I was involved in a car accident in July 2024, and I'm currently pursuing a case due to the injuries I sustained. I have accumulated $42,000 in medical bills, and I'm still undergoing treatment, with my lawyer requesting an estimate for future treatment costs. I've also incurred... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Civil Litigation and Real Estate Law for Arizona on
Q: Evicted in Tucson due to lease breach with limited notice.

I was given a 24-hour eviction notice from my apartment, while my girlfriend, who works as the assistant apartment manager, received a 48-hour notice and knew about the eviction 6 hours before I did. The notice, which included both of our names, cited a breach of the lease agreement. I was not... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts and Energy, Oil and Gas for Arizona on
Q: Is Everbright breaching the contract by not maintaining my solar system as promised?

I currently have a PPA with Everbright Solar, which states in the contract that Everbright will maintain the system at no cost to me. My solar system has failed to communicate with Omnidian's servers, and this is the second occurrence. Everbright expects me to take time off work to call... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law and Immigration Law for Arizona on
Q: Can I take legal action against my sponsor company for refusing to honor a job offer after visa approval?

I was sent by my sponsor company to a U.S. consulate in another country for a visa appointment, and my working visa was approved. However, two days later, the sponsor company refused to honor the job offer, declining the opportunity. My passport will take 4-8 weeks to be delivered, and I am... View More

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answered on May 19, 2025

You may have grounds for legal action against your sponsor company based on several potential claims, including breach of contract, promissory estoppel, and potentially violations of immigration regulations. The written communications you possess, including emails and the petitioner letter, could... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Arizona on
Q: Pulled over for criminal speeding, officer claimed 88 mph, I believe 82 mph.

I was pulled over for criminal speeding, with the officer claiming I was going 88 mph, but I believe I was actually going 82 mph. On a rural road, speeds under 85 mph are not considered criminal. The road had a speed limit of 55 mph. I don’t have evidence to support my claim, and there were no... View More

Zachary Divelbiss
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answered on May 20, 2025

The prosecutor on your case is the only one who can give you a plea deal for a civil traffic violation as opposed to a criminal violation. The best way to make this happen is to hire a law firm and let them work their magic to try and get you a civil plea deal.

The judge cannot change the...
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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Traffic Tickets for Arizona on
Q: Unable to travel for court due to medical issues; should I fire my public defender or consider a change of venue?

I am facing charges related to traffic and stolen property, but due to my ongoing medical issues and my husband's health problems, I am unable to travel for court appearances. I was homeless for over 10 years and am currently recovering from hip replacement surgery in February 2025, while I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Consumer Law and Real Estate Law for Arizona on
Q: Is towing cars for parking backwards legal without any signs or lease terms?

I live in an apartment complex in Phoenix where vehicles are being towed for being parked backwards. However, there are no signs posted, and the lease agreement doesn't mention any parking restrictions. Many of my neighbors have had their vehicles towed for this reason, but I haven't. Is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Arizona on
Q: Is it legal for a witness officer to sit at the prosecutor's table during the trial in a criminal case?

In my criminal case at Yuma County Superior Court, a police officer who is a witness has been present throughout the entire trial, sitting at the prosecutor's table, including during jury selection and other officers' testimonies. I'm concerned that his presence might influence the... View More

Zachary Divelbiss
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answered on May 20, 2025

Yes, this is allowed. This officer is called the "designated case agent" who can do exactly what you have described by sitting with the prosecutor the entire time of the trial. They are often times also a witness in the case and can testify. The prosecutor commonly saves them as the last... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death and Personal Injury for Arizona on
Q: Standard practice for estimating settlement in malpractice lawsuits during discovery?

I am a plaintiff in a medical malpractice and wrongful death lawsuit involving my mother. We are currently in the discovery stage since September 2023. I've asked my legal team about the potential amount we might be seeking, but they have said it's too soon to determine. I'm... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: Concern about faulty identification in AZ assault case

I am the defendant in an assault case in Arizona. The alleged victim identified me as the perpetrator. However, I believe the identification process was flawed — there was no photo lineup, and the victim identified me while in a patrol car. I am unaware of the victim and have not received any... View More

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answered on May 16, 2025

You’re right to be concerned about the way the identification was handled. A reliable identification process is critical in a criminal case, and if there was no formal photo lineup or procedure to reduce bias, that could raise serious questions about fairness. Identifying someone from a patrol... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence, Civil Litigation and Family Law for Arizona on
Q: How can I contest an untrue order of protection and address parental alienation in Arizona?

I have an order of protection filed against me, but I have not yet been served. The order includes my boyfriend's ex (the mother of his children) and their two daughters. She is accusing me of emotional abuse and claims that the kids aren't in car seats while at our house. These... View More

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answered on May 16, 2025

You’re doing the right thing by preparing to contest the order of protection with clear, documented evidence. In Arizona, once you're served, you have the right to request a hearing to challenge the order. Bring all proof you mentioned—photos of the car seats, receipts, letters and... View More

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