In the latest round of legal challenges over Arizona's medicinal marijuana law, attorneys for the State of Arizona and Maricopa County argued their points Superior Court last week. Both agencies believe that they cannot implement the law because it is pre-empted by...
Month: October 2012
Baggage Handler Charged with Theft of New $100 Bills
According to a recent Associated Press report, an airport baggage handler in Philadelphia has been charged with stealing $20,000 in new, uncirculated $100 bills. Federal authorities reported that the man confessed after the FBI subjected him to a polygraph...
Phoenix Man in Operation Fast and Furious Case Sentenced
While the presidential candidates debate the propriety of the government's gun smuggling investigation, "Operation Fast and Furious", one of the defendants snared in the operation was sentenced yesterday in federal court.According to an Associated Press report, 24...
Arizona Vendors Reminded of ‘Bath Salts’ Ban
The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) wrapped up its convention yesterday in Las Vegas. The gathering was reportedly a success, even without the presence of bath salts and incense on display. In September, vendors were asked by NACS directors not to...
Monitoring Program Allows Doctors and Law Enforcement to Keep Close Eye on Prescription Pills
Painkillers and other prescription pills can be easy to obtain and are often highly addictive. In recent years, ordinary people from all walks of life have gotten caught up in this potentially harmful combination. An increase in the possession, sale, and abuse of...