sex offender registry; lifetime registration

HB 2579 would require lifetime registration on Arizona's sex offender registry for individuals convicted of 22 specific offenses, primarily those involving minors, such as child molestation, trafficking, sexual abuse, and certain assaults. It applies to people convicted of offenses listed in the bill (e.g., sexual conduct with a minor, child prostitution, or commercial sexual exploitation of a minor) who reside in Arizona or work/study there for extended periods. The bill removes previous time limits for registration, making it permanent for these offenses instead of allowing termination after age 25 or probation completion. This directly affects individuals convicted of the specified crimes, requiring ongoing registry compliance regardless of prior exceptions.