Arizona Driver's Handbook, Section 7: Law Enforcement
What to do when stopped by police and the penalties for leaving the scene of a crash.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, Revised March 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide
Key rules
- Signing a ticket is not admitting guilt, but refusing to sign can lead to arrest; mention any weapon at first contact. p. 73
- Leaving the scene: 1-year suspension for vehicle damage only, 10-year revocation if someone died. p. 72