Arizona to see new laws in 2016
TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now) - Most of the laws passed by Arizona state legislators this year took effect in July, but there are a few left that'll be new in 2016.
Medical providers across the state will have access to a powerful tool in the effort to prevent drug abuse.
Senate Bill 1370 requires access to a database for controlled substances.
It helps pharmacists or doctors keep track of patients and what you're being prescribed. Working with the database can help medical professionals share records and signal any red flags for too many prescriptions or possible abuse.
State lawmakers essentially put a price on the cost of paying your debt to society with Senate Bill 1117.
Anyone unable, or unwilling, to pay court costs, fees, fines or other restitution will be able to work off the debt through community service at a rate of $10 per hour.
Another addition in 2016 for people in trouble with the law comes from a U.S. Supreme Court ruling.
Senate Bill 1035 allows superior courts to provide treatment programs to domestic violence offenders.
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