And if I am pulled over here and don't have my papers with me I'll be tossed in jail or have to pay a bond (or whatever) until I can provide my papers. If a citizen doesn't have ID on them then wouldn't the same happen? Yes, it is an inconvenience, but there has to be some way to fight illegal immigration. If I don't want it to happen I should carry my ID.
I just don't see the big deal with the AZ law.
A drivers license is required to operate a motor vehicle. Every citizen is not required to have a drivers license. Some people don't drive but they can be stopped or arrested for other reasons.
I think it is a big deal to change the law to require all citizens to carry proof of citizenship.