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Jun 16, 2026

Crypto innovation cannot come at the expense of public safety

My job is straightforward: help keep people safe, enforce court orders, and work alongside law enforcement to uphold the rule of law. Every day, I see firsthand the impact crime […]

Prop 311
Jun 15, 2026

HB 2917 would put Arizona public safety at risk

As one of 15 county attorneys elected in Arizona, I witness daily how hard law enforcement works across our state. In rural Graham County, the limited size of our departments […]

May 22, 2026

Protecting Arizona’s families with 21st century policing tools

Across the state of Arizona, from the high country of the Rim to the bustling streets of our metropolitan hubs, the men and women of law enforcement share a singular […]

May 4, 2026

Petersen is the most qualified Republican for attorney general

Note: This article is a direct response to https://azcapitoltimes.com/news/2026/04/15/a-petersen-ag-nomination-would-be-an-early-victory-for-the-democrats/ A recent op-ed by an animal law attorney and three-time donor to Rodney Glassman’s campaign got both the law and the […]

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Apr 23, 2026

School safety program faces bipartisan criticism, proposal for reform

Key Points School safety program faces bipartisan criticism House members failed to pass a reform bill on April 20 Opponents says bill is intended to help one contractor A GOP […]

Apr 15, 2026

Lawmakers advance bill to criminalize warnings about impending ICE arrests

Key Points: Arizona lawmakers advance bill criminalizing warnings about ICE arrests Democrats argue bill violates First Amendment rights to free speech Lawmakers included a “severability” clause in the bill for […]

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Feb 26, 2026

When minutes matter, policing can’t run on misinformation

I’ve worn a badge long enough to know that most people never see what happens after the headlines fade. They don’t sit with parents waiting for news of a missing […]

Feb 25, 2026

Bill requiring local cops to notify ICE of an immigrant arrest advances

Key Points:  ICE would be alerted as an arrest is taking place Democrats express concerns the measure could trigger violence Republicans say SB1055 will make Arizona streets safer Republican lawmakers […]

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Aug 7, 2025

Arizona’s law enforcement is in dire need of a tech update

Arizona often hosts all types of nationally and even internationally renowned events, like the Super Bowl and the Waste Management Open. In addition to great exposure for the state, these […]

A BP Agent looks out a water drain tunnel that runs from Mexico into Nogales, AZ. (Josh Denmark / CBP.gov)
Apr 11, 2025

Tough immigration bill requires local officials to support federal efforts

The Senate approved a bill on April 9 that would mandate the governor, attorney general, cities and towns to support the enforcement of federal immigration laws. House Bill 2099 is […]

Prop 311
Mar 6, 2025

Doubling down on deputizing police is a bad idea

The recently proposed SB1164 seeks to expand Section 287 (g) of the 1996 Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Section 287 (g) allows state and local law enforcement agencies to form […]

Feb 27, 2025

Pet abusers targeted – bill requires proper food and care for domestic animals

A bill that aims to strengthen the state’s animal cruelty laws and clearly define suitable conditions for pets is moving through the Legislature with bipartisan support. The bill, SB1234, aims […]

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