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Nov 28, 2025

Justices side with Arizona police in ‘stay right’ case, allow search that led to drug conviction

Key Points: Arizona Supreme Court rules driving in middle lane can be reason for traffic stop Officer had “reasonable suspicion” to stop driver in middle lane, court says The ruling […]

Oct 12, 2025

Judicial review process begins ahead of 2026 retention elections

Key Points:  Public comment hearing set for Oct. 24 on dozens of Arizona’s judges 2024 abortion ruling and campaign efforts tested voter sentiment Civics group, justice and review commission anticipate […]

Mar 5, 2019

State’s chief justice to retire, leaves Ducey with 5th pick to Supreme Court

Chief Justice Scott Bales informed Governor Doug Ducey today he plans to retire this summer once his term as chief justice is up.

May 18, 2018

State Supreme Court rules search in Cochise County without warrant legal

Waiting until you're on your own property before pulling over for police won't save you from having you or your vehicle legally searched.

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