judges; law practice prohibition; exceptions
SB 1755 prohibits Arizona judges from practicing law in the state, directly affecting sitting judges. The bill allows two exceptions: judges may represent themselves in court (pro se), and they may provide unpaid legal advice or draft documents for family members without acting as their lawyer in court. It does not permit judges to accept payment for legal services or serve as counsel for family members in any legal forum. This clarifies existing restrictions on judicial conduct to prevent conflicts of interest. The bill is procedural, focusing on defining judicial boundaries rather than creating new public policy.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2026
Last action Feb 18, 2026
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3
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Committee
1
Feb 18, 2026
Upper · Passed
DP
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mark Finchem
RRepublican
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