Criminal Justice

failed · Arizona · Senate Jun 12, 2026

SB 1502: unlawful flight; reckless endangerment; violation.

This bill changes Arizona's penalties for drivers who intentionally evade police vehicles. It creates three felony classifications: a Class 5 felony for fleeing marked police cars (or unmarked cars when the driver admits or knew it was police), a Class 4 felony for endangering others while fleeing, and a Class 2 felony for causing serious injury, transporting minors under 15, or having prior traffic violations. The law directly affects drivers who knowingly flee law enforcement, with penalties escalating based on the severity of the situation.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases felony penalties for fleeing police, creating harsher classifications that expand criminalization and restrict defendant rights through stricter sentencing.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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failed · Arizona · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 1093: riot; planning; participation; racketeering

SB 1093 amends Arizona's conspiracy statute (A.R.S. § 13-1003) and defines key terms for extortion and criminal activity (A.R.S. § 13-2301). It clarifies that conspiracy to commit a class 1 felony carries a life sentence without parole for 25 years, expands conspiracy liability when co-conspirators collaborate with others, and adds definitions like "extortionate extension of credit" (involving threats of violence for debt repayment) and "animal or ecological terrorism" (requiring property damage over $10,000 and three-person coordination). The bill directly affects individuals accused of conspiracy, extortion, or property crimes involving animal facilities. It is a procedural statute updating legal definitions and penalties, not a new policy on public order or riots.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands conspiracy liability with life sentence without parole for class 1 felony conspiracy, increasing mandatory penalties and criminalization.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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failed · Arizona · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 1512: vulnerable adults; theft; definitions

SB 1512 amends Arizona's theft statutes to specifically address property crimes involving vulnerable adults. It creates a new theft offense when someone in a position of trust (like a caregiver, family member, or fiduciary) takes a vulnerable adult's property with intent to deprive them, defined as an adult 18+ unable to protect themselves due to physical or mental impairment. Key provisions include requiring proof of trust-based control (not just general theft), listing defenses like prior gift patterns or court approval, and applying standard felony classifications based on property value. The bill directly affects vulnerable adults and those acting in trusted roles, clarifying when such actions constitute theft under Arizona law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates specific theft offense for vulnerable adults in trust relationships, strengthening legal protections within criminal justice system by targeting exploitation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

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passed both · Arizona · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 1540: motor fuel theft; classifications

Arizona's SB 1540 defines specific acts as theft of motor fuel and sets criminal penalties. It directly affects individuals who breach fuel dispensers, possess fraud devices, tamper with dispenser components, or electronically manipulate dispensers. The bill classifies these acts as felonies: a class 6 felony for breaching dispensers or possessing devices (class 5 if fuel is obtained), and a class 5 felony for tampering or electronic manipulation. Penalties increase based on whether fuel is obtained during the violation.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill classifies fuel theft acts as felonies with increased penalties, expanding criminalization in sentencing without reform indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2594: family court; address confidentiality

HB 2594 amends Arizona law to protect domestic violence victims' addresses in family court proceedings. It requires courts to use substitute addresses provided by the state’s address confidentiality program (established under Section 41-162) for all filings, notices, and communications involving participants. The bill seals real residence addresses in court records, prohibits unauthorized disclosure (with penalties including class 1 misdemeanors or class 6 felonies for harassment-related breaches), and explicitly bars courts from using program participation as evidence of parental alienation or instability. This directly affects individuals enrolled in the program - victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking - who receive substitute addresses for safety.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects domestic violence victims' addresses in court records, enhancing victim safety and civil rights within criminal justice proceedings.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2749: felony conviction; sentence completion; designation

This Arizona bill (HB 2749) allows courts to reclassify certain non-violent felony convictions as misdemeanors under strict conditions. It applies to people convicted of Class 4, 5, or 6 felonies without a victim, who have no prior felony convictions, completed all sentence terms (including fines), waited five years since conviction, and have no subsequent offenses involving victims or felonies. The court must determine the reclassification serves the interest of justice. This change directly affects eligible individuals by potentially reducing their criminal record severity, but only if all five specified conditions are met.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill reclassifies non-violent felonies to misdemeanors under strict conditions, reducing long-term penalties and aligning with criminal justice reform goals to lower recidivism.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2673: mental illness; prisoners; diagnosis; treatment.

HB 2673 requires Arizona county sheriffs and state correctional facilities to address mental health needs of incarcerated individuals. It mandates that prisoners showing symptoms of mental illness receive a licensed physician examination within 24 hours, ensures continuity of prescribed medications and treatments upon jail entry, and requires screening for prior mental illness diagnoses. For state facilities, it creates a process where prisoners displaying severe mental health symptoms may be transferred to specialized treatment facilities after a court hearing with appointed legal representation. The bill also requires quarterly condition reports from treatment facilities to correctional authorities and courts. This applies directly to prisoners in county jails (for misdemeanor cases) and state correctional facilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates mental health assessments, treatment continuity, and screening for incarcerated individuals in correctional facilities, directly advancing rehabilitation-focused criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health assessments, treatment continuity, and screenings for incarcerated individuals, directly advancing mental health care access in correctional facilities.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2557: candidate petitions; felony disclosure

HB 2557 amends Arizona law to allow individuals convicted of certain offenses to petition courts to seal their criminal records after meeting specific requirements. It directly affects people with felony or misdemeanor convictions who have completed sentences, paid all fines/restitution, and waited set periods (e.g., 10 years for serious felonies, 5 years for less serious ones). Key mechanisms include mandatory victim notification, court review for public safety, and restrictions on how sealed records may be used (e.g., still admissible in future criminal cases). The bill does not change eligibility for voting or candidacy, despite its misleading title, and focuses solely on record sealing procedures.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllows sealing of criminal records for eligible individuals post-sentence, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism barriers - core criminal justice reform.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2573: DUI; alternative treatment

HB 2573 modifies Arizona's DUI sentencing to offer an alternative treatment option for certain offenders. It allows judges to suspend all but one day of jail time for DUI convictions involving alcohol if the defendant successfully completes a court-ordered alcohol or drug screening, education, or treatment program. The bill also maintains existing penalties, including a $250 minimum fine, two $500 assessments (funding prison construction and public safety equipment), and mandatory ignition interlock devices for alcohol-related DUIs. This primarily affects individuals convicted of DUI under Arizona law, providing a pathway to reduce jail time through treatment participation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeOffers treatment alternatives over jail time for DUI, promoting rehabilitation and reducing incarceration - aligns with criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2440: prisoners; transition program

HB 2440 establishes a 90-day community transition program for eligible Arizona inmates, requiring the Department of Corrections to partner with private or nonprofit entities to provide services like job placement, substance abuse treatment, and family reunification counseling. To qualify, inmates must meet specific criteria (e.g., no recent violent convictions or felony detainers) and agree to provide information for a department report, while victims must receive notice before release. The bill mandates annual reporting on recidivism rates, program participation, and service types, with special provisions allowing eligibility for some inmates convicted of certain drug offenses. It also allows a one-time 90-day extension for inmates needing additional support to address specific risk factors.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes rehabilitation-focused transition program with job placement and treatment services to reduce recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncludes substance abuse treatment as required service, supporting mental health access for inmates transitioning to community85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice