Is Rodney Glassman a licensed attorney?

Yes. Rodney Glassman holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law and has been a licensed, practicing attorney for nearly two decades. He currently serves as Of Counsel at Slavicek Law Firm in Arizona.

Has Rodney Glassman ever prosecuted a case?

Yes. As a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force JAG Corps Reserve, Glassman has prosecuted cases involving sexual assault, financial crimes, drug offenses, and DUIs for nearly 20 years. He served as Acting Staff Judge Advocate at the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base.

What does the Arizona Attorney General actually do in court?

The Arizona AG is the state's chief law enforcement officer and heads the largest law firm in Arizona. The office prosecutes cases involving public corruption, consumer fraud, violent crime, and civil rights violations. It requires an attorney with real courtroom experience — not just a law degree.

Does Warren Petersen practice law?

Warren Petersen holds a JD from ASU Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, but his primary career has been in real estate — he has been a real estate broker and VP of Sales since 1997. He has no documented active litigation practice or law firm affiliation.

What is the difference between having a law degree and being a practicing attorney?

A law degree (JD) means a person attended law school. A practicing attorney is someone who actively represents clients, argues cases, and works within the legal system. Rodney Glassman has done both for nearly 20 years. Warren Petersen has a JD but built his career in real estate, not in a courtroom.

Who has more legal experience — Glassman or Petersen?

Rodney Glassman has more legal experience by nearly every measurable standard: he is an active practicing attorney, a licensed JAG officer with 20 years of prosecution experience, and a three-time military Reservist of the Year. Warren Petersen has a JD degree but has spent his career as a real estate professional, not as a practicing attorney.

What is Rodney Glassman's military background?

Glassman is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force JAG Corps Reserve. He has served for nearly two decades, including as Acting Staff Judge Advocate at the 56th Fighter Wing, Luke Air Force Base. He has been named JAG Reservist of the Year by Pacific Air Forces (2019, 2020), 19th Air Force (2023), and Air Education and Training Command (2024). His decorations include two Meritorious Service Medals with Oak Leaf Clusters, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and the Air Force Achievement Medal.

Does Warren Petersen have military service?

No military service record for Warren Petersen has been documented.

What is PACK PAC?

PACK PAC — Protect Arizona's Cops and Kids PAC — is a Political Action Committee supporting candidates who believe Arizona's Attorney General must be a proven prosecutor — not a politician. We support Rodney Glassman for Arizona Attorney General in the 2026 Republican primary.

Why does prosecutorial experience matter for Arizona's Attorney General?

The AG manages over 400 attorneys and directly oversees criminal prosecutions across the state. Arizona has faced rising fentanyl trafficking, public corruption, and border-related crime. The office demands someone who has stood before a judge, examined witnesses, and won cases — not someone whose legal resume ends with graduation.

How does Rodney Glassman compare to incumbent Kris Mayes?

AG Kris Mayes has filed or joined at least 41 lawsuits against the federal government, directing the AG's office resources toward political opposition rather than Arizona's most pressing legal challenges: fentanyl trafficking, public corruption, and violent crime. Glassman offers a contrast: a military prosecutor focused on enforcing Arizona law, not on Washington politics.

What lawsuits has Kris Mayes filed against Arizona?

AG Kris Mayes has filed or joined at least 41 lawsuits against the federal government (Trump administration) since taking office. Critics argue the AG's office has been used as a political platform rather than a law enforcement office focused on Arizona's most urgent priorities.