Maricopa County recorder eliminates 6 positions focused on countering election disinformation
Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap said he cut funds, eliminated six positions in the office’s external communications team, and reduced the size to one person. Heap of Republicans, who took office in January, said in an update Friday that the previous recorder had too much focus on external political communication. “In response, we removed the […]
Maricopa County Sheriff Eliminates Body Scans for MCSO Staff, Trusts
In an abrupt change from previous security measures, Maricopa County Sheriff Jerry Sheridan has decided to discontinue the use of body scanners for MCSO officers entering jail facilities. This decision, declared by the new sheriff, raises questions about the balance between trust within law enforcement and ensuring the integrity and safety of the correctional environment. […]
Arizona eliminates juvenile court fees after Gov. Katie Hobbs signs bipartisan bill
Arizona has eliminated juvenile court fees, joining a growing number of states nationwide to do so in recent years. The costs imposed by juvenile courts (such as court-appointed attorneys, probation, detention, and conversion programs) can be expensive for young people and their families. In Pinal County, for example, young people could be charged nearly $2,000 […]
