bighatnohorse wrote:
I read in the Arizona driver's license handbook that one is considered a resident after seven months. Nine months is new to me.
I know of no way for AZ to enforce it. My guess is that one would have to have a complaint filed against them, be in some kind of accident, lawsuit or extended medical stay.
It could also be to prevent cross-border sales tax evasion issues. That law is on the books for a reason - but probably not for law abiding temporary visitors.
Yes, there is a bit if conflict in the Arizona code. Drivers License is 7 months and residency is 9 months. LEO that see one at grocery stores in the middle of the summer this year with out of state plates will "know who you are!"
Here is AZ statement about driver licenses: Am I able to drive in AZ with my out-of-country driver's license?
To be able to drive in Arizona with your out-of-country license you must not be working in Arizona, registered to vote in Arizona, staying in Arizona for more than 7 months, and you must not own a business based in Arizona.
So it would appear that being out of the state of AZ for a short period would reset the drivers license require.
