Arizona Supreme Court

9w Halo v. Ador - Tax Exemption for Processing Operations

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled in 9w Halo OPCO, LP v. Arizona Department of Revenue that machinery used in processing operations, which changes a product's marketability, is exempt from use tax under A.R.S. § 42-5159(B)(1). The court reversed and remanded the case, clarifying that downstream transactions are irrelevant to this exemption.

State of Arizona v. Asalia Guadalupe Alvarez-Soto - Criminal Appeal

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in State of Arizona v. Asalia Guadalupe Alvarez-Soto, vacating and remanding the Court of Appeals' decision. The court addressed issues regarding the denial of a motion to suppress evidence found during a traffic stop and the appellate standard of review for video evidence.

Knight v. Fontes - Arizona Supreme Court Opinion

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in Knight v. Fontes, affirming the constitutionality of the retention election process for court of appeals judges as established by A.R.S. § 12-120.02. The court found no violation of the Free and Equal Elections Clause or the Equal Privileges and Immunities Clause of the Arizona Constitution.

State of Arizona v. hon.gordon/owen - Criminal Case Opinion

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in State of Arizona v. hon.gordon/owen, docket number CR-24-0064-PR, filed on December 12, 2025. The court reversed a lower court's decision regarding charges under an enhanced penalty statute for a traffic violation resulting in death.

State of Arizona v. Hon. marner/haniffa - Sentencing Enhancement Ruling

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled that a conviction for luring a minor for sexual exploitation can qualify for a Dangerous Crime Against Children sentencing enhancement, even if the "minor" victim is fictitious. The court reversed and remanded the case, vacating the Court of Appeals opinion.

Arizona Supreme Court Opinion in Re: MH2023-004502

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in the case In Re: MH2023-004502, vacating a prior Court of Appeals opinion. The case concerns the legal process for involuntary mental health treatment in Arizona, referencing specific statutes related to court-ordered evaluations and treatment petitions.