Criminal Justice

Arizona's SB 1829 amends probation statutes to prohibit early termination of probation for adults convicted of "dangerous crimes against children" (as defined in §13-705), unless the defendant was under 18 at the time of the offense. The bill directly affects adult offenders convicted of such crimes by requiring them to complete their full probation term without court discretion to shorten it. Key provisions include mandating restitution to victims, requiring a $65 monthly probation fee (funded into the adult probation services account), and adding remote reporting options for probation compliance. The law maintains existing probation rules but specifically restricts early discharge for these serious offenses.

SB 1077 amends Arizona law to specifically criminalize using interactive computer services (like websites or apps) to facilitate, promote, or solicit prostitution involving minors. This provision is added to Section E of the dangerous crimes against children statute, making such online activity a "dangerous crime against children in the first degree." The bill establishes sentencing ranges of 13 to 27 years in prison for first-time offenders and 23 to 37 years for those with prior convictions. It directly affects individuals who use digital platforms to engage in or promote child prostitution, imposing stricter penalties than standard prostitution offenses.