So, why didn't she have a driver's license, then? If you knew better?
The lady didn't get in trouble because she was illegal, she got in trouble because she had no proof of identity -- no DL, no SS card. And anybody who makes an illegal left turn and is caught without any proof of identity is going to end up in jail.
I didn't read the full story carefully but under AZ law, the vehicle should've been impounded.
He should be looked at very carefully.