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7 Arizona opinions name it 2 courts 1950–2009 0 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Arizona courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (6)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Velascogreen
ariz · 1990 · cited in 2 Arizona opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009State v. Velasco, 165 Ariz. 480, 486-87 , 799 P.2d 821, 827-28 (1990) (no requirement scientific process underlying alcohol testing be “absolutely perfect" as long as reasonably reliable); see also Mack, 196 Ariz. 541, ¶ 12 , 2 P.3d at 104.

2009State v. Velasco, 165 Ariz. 480, 486-87 , 799 P.2d 821, 827-28 (1990) (no requirement scientific process underlying alcohol testing be “absolutely perfect" as long as reasonably reliable); see also Mack, 196 Ariz. 541, ¶ 12 , 2 P.3d at 104.

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State v. Schantzgreen
ariz · 1965 · cited in 2 Arizona opinions naming this issue, 1968–1969
2 sentences

1969See State v. Schantz, supra. [ 98 Ariz. 200 , 403 P.2d 521 ] It is for this reason that the function of the jury becomes of even greater importance in cases where insanity is raised as a defense.

1969See State v. Schantz, supra. [ 98 Ariz. 200 , 403 P.2d 521 ] It is for this reason that the function of the jury becomes of even greater importance in cases where insanity is raised as a defense.

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State v. Canogreen
ariz · 1968 · cited in 2 Arizona opinions naming this issue, 1970–1976
2 sentences

1976The court, in rejecting this contention, quoted from State v. Cano, 103 Ariz. 37 , 436 P.2d 586 (1968): “ * * * Expert-opinion testimony is merely evidence to be considered by the jury, together with all the facts and circumstances in the case. * * * The law has not yet been able to develop a perfect standard by which legal responsibility for crime is to be determined.

1976The court, in rejecting this contention, quoted from State v. Cano, 103 Ariz. 37 , 436 P.2d 586 (1968): “ * * * Expert-opinion testimony is merely evidence to be considered by the jury, together with all the facts and circumstances in the case. * * * The law has not yet been able to develop a perfect standard by which legal responsibility for crime is to be determined.

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State v. Canogreen
arizctapp · 1987 · cited in 1 Arizona opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009State v. Velasco, 165 Ariz. 480, 486-87 , 799 P.2d 821, 827-28 (1990) (no requirement scientific process 9 App. 1977 ); see also State v. Cano, 154 Ariz. 447, 449-50 , 743 P.2d 956, 958-59 (App. 1987) (trial court properly denied request to examine officer’s personnel file based on conjecture it might contain evidence of past dishonesty).

2009State v. Velasco, 165 Ariz. 480, 486-87 , 799 P.2d 821, 827-28 (1990) (no requirement scientific process 9 App. 1977 ); see also State v. Cano, 154 Ariz. 447, 449-50 , 743 P.2d 956, 958-59 (App. 1987) (trial court properly denied request to examine officer’s personnel file based on conjecture it might contain evidence of past dishonesty).

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MacK v. Cruikshankgreen
arizctapp · 1999 · cited in 1 Arizona opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009State v. Velasco, 165 Ariz. 480, 486-87 , 799 P.2d 821, 827-28 (1990) (no requirement scientific process underlying alcohol testing be “absolutely perfect" as long as reasonably reliable); see also Mack, 196 Ariz. 541, ¶ 12 , 2 P.3d at 104.

2009State v. Velasco, 165 Ariz. 480, 486-87 , 799 P.2d 821, 827-28 (1990) (no requirement scientific process underlying alcohol testing be “absolutely perfect" as long as reasonably reliable); see also Mack, 196 Ariz. 541, ¶ 12 , 2 P.3d at 104.

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State v. Crosegreen
ariz · 1960 · cited in 1 Arizona opinions naming this issue, 1970–1970
2 sentences

1970See State v. Schantz, supra. It is for this reason that the function of the jury becomes of even greater importance in cases where insanity is raised as a defense. * * * ” *500 We held, in State v. Crose, 88 Ariz. 389 , 357 P.2d 136 : “Whenever the mental condition of a defendant is in issue, two basic questions are presented.

1970See State v. Schantz, supra. It is for this reason that the function of the jury becomes of even greater importance in cases where insanity is raised as a defense. * * * ” *500 We held, in State v. Crose, 88 Ariz. 389 , 357 P.2d 136 : “Whenever the mental condition of a defendant is in issue, two basic questions are presented.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Arizona. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (2)

CaseCitedYears
Volker-Scowcroft Lumber Co. v. Vance green
· 1909
2 sentences

1950There are some authorities that support this contention but the great weight of authority is to the contrary and certainly is based upon the sounder reasoning. 36 Am.Jur., page *40 172, Par. 283; Volker-Scowcroft Lumber Co. et al. v. Vance et al., 36 Utah 348 , 103 P. 970 , 24 L.R.A.,N.S., 321, Ann.Cas.l912A, 124.

1950There are some authorities that support this contention but the great weight of authority is to the contrary and certainly is based upon the sounder reasoning. 36 Am.Jur., page *40 172, Par. 283; Volker-Scowcroft Lumber Co. et al. v. Vance et al., 36 Utah 348 , 103 P. 970 , 24 L.R.A.,N.S., 321, Ann.Cas.l912A, 124.

11950–1950
Town of Holbrook v. Girand green
ariz · 1938
2 sentences

1950The court said in that case:' “ * * * It is urged that it has always been the rule in Arizona that amendments should be allowed liberally in the interest of- justice, so that cases should ultimately tried on their merits and not on technical questions of procedure. be “The general rule of law is unquestionably as stated by plaintiff. * * * It is evident from this testimony that to permit the amendment would necessarily have completely altered the entire theory of the case, would have required a reformation of a written contract, and have destroyed a perfect defense going to the validity of the

1950The court said in that case:' “ * * * It is urged that it has always been the rule in Arizona that amendments should be allowed liberally in the interest of- justice, so that cases should ultimately tried on their merits and not on technical questions of procedure. be “The general rule of law is unquestionably as stated by plaintiff. * * * It is evident from this testimony that to permit the amendment would necessarily have completely altered the entire theory of the case, would have required a reformation of a written contract, and have destroyed a perfect defense going to the validity of the

11950–1950

Where else courts name it

NY 45 (1808–2013) CA 34 (1861–2026) OR 23 (1928–2026) TX 13 (1883–2015) AL 12 (1847–1963) GA 11 (1915–2025) MI 11 (1886–2017) MD 10 (1975–2026) MN 9 (1926–2015) MO 9 (1889–1957) IL 8 (1877–1946) WI 8 (1885–2022) AZ 7 (1950–2009) PA 7 (1958–2017) MA 6 (1854–2002) SC 5 (1926–2019) MS 5 (1910–2012) FL 4 (1936–2018) CT 4 (1899–2005) KS 4 (1877–2019) IA 3 (1911–1930) VA 3 (1825–1927) LA 3 (1937–1984) WA 2 (1901–2015) WY 2 (1905–1931) WV 2 (1915–1980) NE 2 (1908–1929) DC 2 (2003–2008) MT 2 (1890–1897) KY 2 (1920–1933)

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