Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2198: criminal records sealed; petty offense

HB 2198 allows individuals convicted of petty offenses in Arizona to immediately apply to seal their criminal records after completing all sentence terms, including fines. This changes prior rules by eliminating waiting periods for petty offenses (which previously required a 3-year wait for misdemeanors), while maintaining longer waiting periods (3-10 years) for other offenses like felonies. The bill requires payment of all fines and restitution before sealing, and mandates courts to inform defendants of this option at sentencing. It directly affects people with petty offense convictions who meet eligibility criteria, enabling them to clear these records without delay.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEliminates 3-year waiting period for sealing petty offense records, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism barriers per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2594: family court; address confidentiality

HB 2594 amends Arizona law to protect domestic violence victims' addresses in family court proceedings. It requires courts to use substitute addresses provided by the state’s address confidentiality program (established under Section 41-162) for all filings, notices, and communications involving participants. The bill seals real residence addresses in court records, prohibits unauthorized disclosure (with penalties including class 1 misdemeanors or class 6 felonies for harassment-related breaches), and explicitly bars courts from using program participation as evidence of parental alienation or instability. This directly affects individuals enrolled in the program - victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking - who receive substitute addresses for safety.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects domestic violence victims' addresses in court records, enhancing victim safety and civil rights within criminal justice proceedings.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

signed · Arizona · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 2673: mental illness; prisoners; diagnosis; treatment.

HB 2673 requires Arizona county sheriffs and state correctional facilities to address mental health needs of incarcerated individuals. It mandates that prisoners showing symptoms of mental illness receive a licensed physician examination within 24 hours, ensures continuity of prescribed medications and treatments upon jail entry, and requires screening for prior mental illness diagnoses. For state facilities, it creates a process where prisoners displaying severe mental health symptoms may be transferred to specialized treatment facilities after a court hearing with appointed legal representation. The bill also requires quarterly condition reports from treatment facilities to correctional authorities and courts. This applies directly to prisoners in county jails (for misdemeanor cases) and state correctional facilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates mental health assessments, treatment continuity, and screening for incarcerated individuals in correctional facilities, directly advancing rehabilitation-focused criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health assessments, treatment continuity, and screenings for incarcerated individuals, directly advancing mental health care access in correctional facilities.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports 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 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