Criminal Justice

passed both · Arizona · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 1635: unlawful alert; arrests

SB 1635 makes it a class 1 misdemeanor to intentionally warn someone about an imminent or ongoing arrest with the goal of hindering, delaying, or preventing that arrest. It directly affects people who alert suspects during active law enforcement operations, such as by phone, gesture, or sound signals. The law excludes attorneys giving legal advice, responses to law enforcement requests, accidental communications, or warnings without intent to obstruct arrest. Violations could result in fines or jail time, as the bill defines "unlawful alerting" to include electronic messages, verbal warnings, or intentional signaling like bells or whistles.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCriminalizes obstruction of arrests, expanding criminalization of communications during law enforcement operations, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of increased criminalization.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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signed · Arizona · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 2132: fentanyl; possession; sale; amount; sentencing

Arizona's HB 2132 increases penalties for fentanyl offenses. It sets a minimum 5-year prison sentence for selling or possessing fentanyl in amounts of 200 grams or more (with repeat offenses requiring 10+ years), replaces probation eligibility for these cases, and mandates a $2,000+ fine. Convicted individuals must also complete 360 hours of community service with substance abuse programs and undergo mandatory drug testing if on probation. The bill directly affects people convicted of fentanyl-related sales or possession above the threshold, aiming to strengthen sentencing for serious drug offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory sentences (5+ years), removes probation eligibility, and expands criminalization of fentanyl offenses - directly opposing reform indicators like reduced sentencing and defendant rights.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

vetoed · Arizona · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 2811: obstructing governmental operations; lawful arrest

HB 2811 amends Arizona law to reclassify obstructing a lawful arrest as a class 5 felony (previously a class 1 misdemeanor), while keeping obstruction of other governmental functions as a misdemeanor. It directly affects individuals who physically block or interfere with police during a lawful arrest. The key provision specifies that using or threatening violence to hinder the "making of a lawful arrest" now carries felony penalties. This bill makes a concrete policy change by increasing criminal penalties for a specific type of obstruction during arrests.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeReclassifies obstruction of lawful arrest from misdemeanor to felony, increasing penalties and expanding criminalization per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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signed · Arizona · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 2046: annual probation review; prehearing; notification

HB 2046 requires annual court reviews for young adults under 22 who were convicted of sexual offenses as minors and must register under Arizona law. The bill mandates that probation departments prepare reports for these hearings, and specifies that prosecutors, defense attorneys, victims (or their attorneys), and probation officers must be notified. At each hearing, the court must decide whether to continue, modify, or end probation, registration requirements, or community notification. This law standardizes the review process, ensuring consistent annual evaluations for this specific group of probationers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates annual reviews for minor offenders to modify/terminate probation/registration, promoting rehabilitation and reducing unnecessary restrictions per criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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 No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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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 Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 1673: appropriation; crime victim notification fund

SB 1673 allocates $5 million from Arizona's state general fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the existing law enforcement crime victim notification program under Arizona Revised Statutes §41-2414. This funding directly supports state and local law enforcement agencies that provide notification services to crime victims. The bill specifies that this appropriation is exempt from standard budget lapse rules, ensuring the funds remain available for the designated purpose. As a purely financial measure, it does not change eligibility for victim notifications or create new requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $5M state funds to crime victim notification program, funding an essential public service without tax changes. Directly supports budget allocation for victim services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllocates $5M to fund crime victim notification services under ARS §41-2414, directly supporting victim assistance within criminal justice system.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 1748: victims' rights; opt in process

SB 1748 requires Arizona law enforcement agencies to provide crime victims with clear materials allowing them to "opt in" to receive notifications about their case, including arrests, court dates, and case updates. Once a victim opts in (only once), they automatically receive notifications from all relevant state agencies without needing to repeat the request. Victims can also opt out at any time, and agencies must share this change across all departments. The bill streamlines communication while preserving existing victim rights under Arizona law, directly affecting all crime victims in Arizona who interact with law enforcement.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances victim communication in criminal cases through streamlined notifications, supporting victim rights and improving transparency within the justice system.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports 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 Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 1584: appropriation; DOC; recruitment; retention

SB 1584 allocates $1,000,000 from Arizona's general fund for the state Department of Corrections (DOC) during fiscal year 2026-2027 specifically for recruitment and training programs. This funding directly supports the DOC in hiring and training correctional staff. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on budget allocation without altering policies or creating new requirements. It has advanced to the Senate for further consideration.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1M from general fund for DOC recruitment, increasing public service funding without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllocates $1M for DOC recruitment/training, directly funding correctional staff needs, aligning with support indicators of resource allocation for criminal justice operations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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