Murro v. Ariz. Dep't of Health Servs.

MORSE, Judge:

¶1 A conviction for a felony violation of a state controlled substance law can be a bar to becoming a dispensary agent under the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act ("AMMA"). In Arizona, preparatory offenses are distinct from, but defined by, a substantive offense. We consider whether a conviction for solicitation to commit possession of a dangerous drug for sale is a violation of a state controlled substance law. Affirming the superior court's judgment, we hold that it is.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

¶2 In June 2009, Mark Murro pled guilty to solicitation to commit possession of a…