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	Jury Duty (16 questions)
	How do they decide who should be called to serve on a jury?
	A list of potential jurors is usually prepared from voter registration and driver’s license lists. ... more »

	Housing (17 questions)
	In a monthly lease, can I end the lease by just leaving at the end of a month?
	You must give reasonable notice before the end of a rental period. If you have a month-to-month lea... more »

	Arrested (71 questions)
	What basic things should I remember if I'm arrested?
	Once you have identified yourself, you may refuse to make any statement or discuss the case with any... more »

	Sexual Assault and Misconduct (35 questions)
	Is it illegal to have sexual conduct with a dog?
	In the 2006 legislative session a bill was introduced and passed into law: Senate Bill 1160 outlaws ... more »

	Banking (5 questions)
	Someone ripped my cards off... what now?
	Immediately report the loss or theft of a credit card to the bank or company that issued it. If it'... more »

	Drinking (29 questions)
	Is it true that they are not allowed to call your parents if you are over 18 and were not caught drunk or in possession, even if you were in a house where they found empty beer containers and no parents?
	1. Can the police notify parents if a person over 18 is cited for alcohol? The police have no... more »

	Contracts (5 questions)
	Who can make a contract?
	You can. . . when you're 18 years old. And you'll find plenty of opportunities for such things a... more »

	Credit (5 questions)
	Can a lender have different rules for making loans to women, men, or minorities?
	No. The Federal Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) ensures that everyone has an equal chance to ob... more »

	When You Turn 18 (111 questions)
	Does an abused spouse have to start divorce proceedings to get help from the courts?
	No. If you have been abused, you can get a restraining order (or “order of protection”) from any cou... more »

	Marriage (20 questions)
	What is community property?
	In Arizona, all property acquired by either husband or wife during the marriage is the community ... more »

	Emancipation (101 questions)
	Do I have to go to court for a hearing if I want to be emancipated?
	When you file your petition for emancipation the court will set a hearing within ninety days. You mu... more »

	School (122 questions)
	Are there rules or laws concerning grade retention for students who cannot read at a certain reading level?
	Even though essential skills testing is done at different grade levels, the test results are not use... more »

	Family (239 questions)
	I have a boyfriend, 16 yrs. old, who is believed to being mentally abused by his parents. He truly believes that his parents do not care about him. His dad recently told him that he is kicked out of the house. The dad said he is going to put him into foster care. My boyfriend wants to live with me or at one of my friend's house. Both of our parents have said it was ok since they know how his parents treat him.  Who takes responsibilty if he leaves his house and lives with a friend? What are his rights?
	If you truly believe he is being abused the way to report is through more »

	Bullying (9 questions)
	If someone bullyies you do they go to prison or jail. If they do bully you what will happen to them?
	See the Bullying porti... more »

	New Laws (16 questions)
	Do I have to go to court for a hearing if I want to be emancipated?
	When you file your petition for emancipation the court will set a hearing within ninety days. You mu... more »

	Driving (205 questions)
	What is the difference between a DUI and a DWI?
	Nothing. Some states refer to the crime of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor (DUI... more »

	Other (412 questions)
	I am 15 years old and i am a run away. i do not want to go back home. i lived with my older sister because my mom does drugs..my brother in law verbally abused me and recently started pushing me im scared that this may lead to worse things..my sister always tells me that she will send me to live with my mom but i do not want to go so i ran away. what should i do? and what are my rights? I do not want to go back
	If you are in a crisis situation or need counseling, LawForKids.org lists many more »

	Guns and Weapons (29 questions)
	what can the law do to a 11 yr old if they take a weapon to school. is their a chance that the parent can also face some legal action
	See the LawForKids law section on more »

	Trouble (38 questions)
	What will happen if a 15yr old is charged with a felony?
	A couple of things can happen, depending on the type of felony the juvenile is charged with and what... more »

	Illegal Substances (94 questions)
	What would happen (step by step) if a cop pulled you over and you had drugs?
	The person with the drugs would be placed under arrest and the drugs would be seized as evidence. T... more »

	Work and Employment (28 questions)
	How much do you make per hour?
	Under the Arizona Minimum Wage Act, the minimum wage in Arizona in 2009 is $7.25 per hour.  ... more »

	Curfew (48 questions)
	what is the curfew time in Tolleson Az?
	Curfew law for Tolleson Arizona... more »

	Vandalism and Property Damage (11 questions)
	What would I face if I was with people when they were smashing windows? I only broke two out of the many of they did. What class of a crime would it be? and Could I be tried as an adult for it?
	The charges that you could potentially face really depend on all of the facts.  However, ass... more »

	Violence (87 questions)
	Does Domestic Violence fall in the same category as assault?
	To some extent, domestic violence is the same as assault. However, the crime of domestic violence is... more »

	Voting (6 questions)
	Where do I vote?
	You may vote at the polling place in the precinct in which you live. The county elections office es... more »