"Answering the Call": Arizona Law's Maria Elena Cruz Makes History on Arizona Supreme Court
Celebrating Women's History Month at the Law Library- Daniel F. Cracchiolo Law Library Blog
Women's History Month, which is observed annually in March, is a celebration of women's contributions to history, culture, and society across time and place. To commemorate Women's History Month here at the law library, we put together a collection of books that celebrate women's achievements in the legal field and beyond. Furthermore, this display aims to reflect a diverse array of perspectives from women of many different backgrounds.
Celebrating Women's History Month at the Law Library
Arizona court permanently blocks 15-week abortion ban
The ruling marks a victory for abortion rights months after a ballot measure added protections to the state constitution
Arizona House committee moves to prevent police budget cuts
The bill would make it illegal for a city to spend less on its police force than it did in the year prior. But no Arizona cities have reduced their police budgets since the 2008 recession.
University receives $1.5M grant for wrongful conviction reviews
The University of Arizona Innocence Project has received a $1.5 million grant from the Department of Justice to enhance its efforts in investigating wrongful convictions, particularly through DNA evidence analysis.
University of Arizona Innocence Project awarded $1.5 million grant for wrongful convictions work - AZPM
The federal funding will support DNA evidence analysis, helping to overturn wrongful convictions and train future advocates in Arizona.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Law Library! - Daniel F. Cracchiolo Law Library Blog - LibGuides at University of Arizona Law Library
Hispanic Heritage Month, running from September 15 to October 15, is a vibrant celebration of the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. This month-long observance honors the rich tapestry of cultures that make up the Hispanic community, from music and art to historical achievements and social progress. Hispanic Heritage Month does not cover one single month but instead begins in the middle of September and ends in the middle of October.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Law Library!
Death Penalty Alternatives for Arizona
Death Penalty Alternatives for Arizona (DPAA) is a non-profit educational organization working to inform the public about the injustices surrounding the death penalty and the criminal punishment system. DPAA consists of volunteers from around the State of Arizona organized into the Northern, Central, and Southern regions of the state.
Highlights from Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's Personal Library - Ross-Blakley Law Library Blog
Last year the family of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor generously gifted the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law and the Ross-Blakley Law […]
United States: Arizona Cities Expand Discrimination Protections - Steven G. Biddle
"Arizona recdisently expanded provisions of the Arizona Civil Rights Act (ACRA) to cover pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions. Additionally following a national trend in response to perceived state and federal inaction cities in Arizona on their own passed new ordinances that expands protected categories and coverage."