Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Apr 7, 2026

HB 2131: trafficking weapons or explosives

HB 2131 amends Arizona's weapons misconduct law (ARS § 13-3102) to specifically criminalize trafficking weapons or explosives for financial gain to assist criminal street gangs, syndicates, or racketeering enterprises. This provision directly affects individuals who sell or transfer weapons/explosives with the intent to support such criminal organizations. The bill adds this trafficking offense as a new subsection (A.16) to the existing statute, which already covers other weapon-related misconduct like concealed carry or possession by prohibited persons. Key exemptions remain for lawful activities like museum collections, military use, or educational purposes. The law creates a distinct criminal penalty for trafficking tied to organized criminal enterprises, not general weapon possession or sales.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill criminalizes weapon trafficking to gangs, expanding criminalization under criminal justice laws.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1402: crimes against children; probation; monitoring

SB 1402 adds a specific requirement for individuals convicted of "dangerous crimes against children" (as defined in Arizona law) who must register as a level 3 offender. It mandates that courts require GPS or electronic monitoring for the entire probation period for these offenders, rather than allowing standard probation terms. The bill also permits courts to charge a fee to cover the monitoring costs, which would be deposited into the adult probation services fund. This provision directly affects convicted offenders classified as level 3 sex offenders for child-related crimes who are placed on probation. The law does not change standard probation lengths but adds this monitoring requirement for a specific category of offenders.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates GPS monitoring for entire probation period for level 3 offenders, increasing restrictions rather than advancing reform.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1213: probation; immigration enforcement; court notification

SB 1213 requires Arizona law enforcement to verify the immigration status of individuals arrested for any offense when there is reasonable suspicion they are undocumented, using federal verification methods. It mandates that courts immediately notify U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) when an undocumented immigrant is released from jail or fined for a crime. The bill also allows secure transport of undocumented immigrants to federal custody, requiring judicial authorization for transport outside Arizona. Additionally, it presumes lawful presence for individuals presenting Arizona driver's licenses, tribal IDs, or other specified identification.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill mandates immigration verification during arrests and court notifications to ICE, expanding criminalization of undocumented status and reducing defendant rights within criminal justice system.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state law enforcement to verify immigration status, notify ICE/CBP upon release/fines, and facilitate transport to federal custody - directly increasing state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

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signed · Arizona · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SB 1211: aggravated harassment; lifetime injunctions

SB 1211 requires Arizona courts to issue lifetime injunctions prohibiting contact between defendants convicted of specific serious felonies and their victims. It applies to offenses including violent felonies, certain domestic violence cases (per A.R.S. §13-2921.01), and other felony categories listed in the bill. The injunctions take effect immediately at sentencing, must be registered with crime databases, and remain valid for the defendant's lifetime unless the victim dies, the conviction is overturned, or the victim requests early termination. Victims can also petition for an injunction after sentencing without court fees. This law directly affects victims of qualifying violent or domestic violence felonies and their convicted offenders.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill mandates lifetime injunctions for serious felonies, increasing punitive restrictions without reform elements. Expands criminalization by imposing mandatory, lifelong victim-contact bans.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SB 1140: expungement of misdemeanor records

SB 1140 would allow eligible individuals to petition a court to remove certain misdemeanor arrest or conviction records from public access. This applies to people who were arrested without charges filed, had charges dismissed, received a not guilty verdict, or completed a misdemeanor conviction (after waiting three years, or five years for specific offenses like violations of Section 13-1805). To qualify, petitioners must have no pending legal cases or unpaid fines, and the court must approve the request after reviewing the petition. If approved, the court orders records sealed, making them inaccessible to the public but still available to the individual, their attorney, and law enforcement agencies.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpungement of misdemeanor records reduces barriers to employment/rehabilitation, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of reducing recidivism and protecting civil rights.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

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failed · Arizona · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 1537: peace officer fund; commission; repeal

SB 1537 modifies Arizona law to redirect $4 from each traffic diversion program fee and $4 from each traffic penalty assessment to the Peace Officer Training Equipment Fund. This directly affects drivers who attend court-authorized traffic diversion programs (like defensive driving) or pay fines for traffic violations. The fund, established under Section 41-1731, is specifically designated for purchasing peace officer equipment and cannot be diverted to other state funds. The bill also repeals Section 41-1732, which was related to the fund's administration.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRedirects traffic fees to peace officer equipment fund, directly funding law enforcement resources per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 16, 2026

SB 1829: probation; dangerous crimes against children

Arizona's SB 1829 amends probation statutes to prohibit early termination of probation for adults convicted of "dangerous crimes against children" (as defined in §13-705), unless the defendant was under 18 at the time of the offense. The bill directly affects adult offenders convicted of such crimes by requiring them to complete their full probation term without court discretion to shorten it. Key provisions include mandating restitution to victims, requiring a $65 monthly probation fee (funded into the adult probation services account), and adding remote reporting options for probation compliance. The law maintains existing probation rules but specifically restricts early discharge for these serious offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates full probation without early termination for dangerous crimes against children, reducing court discretion and defendant rights.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SB 1077: interactive computer service; prostitution; violation

SB 1077 amends Arizona law to specifically criminalize using interactive computer services (like websites or apps) to facilitate, promote, or solicit prostitution involving minors. This provision is added to Section E of the dangerous crimes against children statute, making such online activity a "dangerous crime against children in the first degree." The bill establishes sentencing ranges of 13 to 27 years in prison for first-time offenders and 23 to 37 years for those with prior convictions. It directly affects individuals who use digital platforms to engage in or promote child prostitution, imposing stricter penalties than standard prostitution offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by adding online solicitation of minors for prostitution to dangerous crimes against children, increasing mandatory sentences (13-37 years), aligning with 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Criminal Justice

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