If you have a teenage child who is about to start driving, you’re probably very nervous. One of the things you should be aware of is what Arizona law calls “The Family Purpose Doctrine.” In a nutshell, the family purpose doctrine is an Arizona law that makes parents responsible for car accidents caused by their kids.
However, parents are not responsible if their child takes the family car without permission.
The family purpose doctrine is another reason to make sure children understand the responsibility of driving.
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