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 Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2253: testimony; disciplinary action; prohibition

HB 2253 modifies Arizona's process for law enforcement officers appealing disciplinary actions. It requires employers to share investigation files and witness information within 14 days of an appeal request, prohibits retaliation against witnesses for cooperating, and places the burden of proof on employers to justify disciplinary actions. The bill also mandates public hearings (with limited exceptions), sets 10-day deadlines for transcript delivery, and allows limited changes to hearing officers under specific conditions. These provisions aim to standardize appeal procedures and ensure transparency for officers challenging disciplinary decisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires transparency in officer disciplinary appeals, shifts burden of proof to employers, prohibits witness retaliation - directly enhances police accountability.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill strengthens due process for law enforcement workers by requiring evidence sharing, prohibiting witness retaliation, and shifting burden of proof to employers, aligning with worker protection standards.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports 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

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 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

signed · Arizona · House Apr 7, 2026

HB 2223: name change petition; sex offenders

HB 2223 modifies Arizona's name change law to specifically address individuals required to register as sex offenders. The bill requires applicants to disclose their sex offender registration status and mandates that if approved, they must register under their new name while using their old name as an alias. Applicants must also serve the prosecuting agency with their application, and victims or prosecutors can contest the change for up to one year after court approval. This directly affects sex offenders seeking name changes, ensuring their registration obligations remain active without interruption.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeStrengthens sex offender registration oversight by requiring disclosure, new-name registration, and contest period, enhancing public safety in criminal justice90% 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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