Criminal Justice

passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1709: dangerous crimes; children; probation revocation

SB 1709 requires Arizona courts to impose a mandatory $65 monthly fee for adults on probation (unless the court determines they cannot pay), with fees collected to fund adult probation services. It adds provisions allowing remote reporting for probationers to accommodate work, family care, or treatment needs, and establishes a process for transferring probation supervision between counties under specific conditions. The bill also clarifies that probation fees must be paid to county treasurers for the adult probation services fund, not to courts directly. It directly affects individuals placed on probation in Arizona, particularly those in supervised probation programs, by adding this financial obligation and modifying reporting requirements. The bill does not change probation revocation rules for dangerous crimes involving children, as its title suggests, but focuses on administrative and fee-related procedures.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandatory fees fund probation services; remote reporting accommodates work/family care, reducing recidivism risk per reform indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SB 1317: appropriation; coordinated reentry program

SB 1317 appropriates $20 million from Arizona’s consumer restitution fund to the Attorney General for grants to counties. These grants fund coordinated reentry planning services programs designed to support individuals transitioning from incarceration back into communities. Counties receiving funds must establish coalitions, hire dedicated jail-based staff, implement a statewide recidivism tracking database, create data-sharing agreements, and use screening tools within a two-year grant cycle. The bill requires grantees to demonstrate these specific program elements and commit to local funding contributions before receiving funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $20M from consumer restitution fund to fund county reentry programs, advancing fiscal allocation for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds reentry programs to reduce recidivism through coalition-building, staff hiring, and recidivism tracking database implementation.95% 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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failed · Arizona · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 1537: peace officer fund; commission; repeal

SB 1537 modifies Arizona law to redirect $4 from each traffic diversion program fee and $4 from each traffic penalty assessment to the Peace Officer Training Equipment Fund. This directly affects drivers who attend court-authorized traffic diversion programs (like defensive driving) or pay fines for traffic violations. The fund, established under Section 41-1731, is specifically designated for purchasing peace officer equipment and cannot be diverted to other state funds. The bill also repeals Section 41-1732, which was related to the fund's administration.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRedirects traffic fees to peace officer equipment fund, directly funding law enforcement resources per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1240: probation success incentive payments; calculation

SB 1240 creates payments to Arizona counties based on reducing probation failures compared to historical rates. Counties earn funds equal to 50% of prison cost savings per probationer kept out of prison (excluding those convicted of dangerous crimes against children), while the state allocates 25% of savings for statewide recidivism programs. Funds must be used for evidence-based services like drug treatment, job training, and probation officer training - not to replace existing budgets. The state calculates annual probation success rates using 2007-2019 data to determine payments and requires reporting on program effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds evidence-based rehab services (drug treatment, job training) to reduce recidivism and prison costs, directly advancing criminal justice reform through probation success incentives.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds drug treatment (mental health service) as evidence-based probation program component, advancing healthcare access within recidivism reduction.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1239: sex offenders; statute of limitations

SB 1239 removes the statute of limitations for specific serious sex offenses and related crimes in Arizona, meaning prosecutors can file charges at any time, regardless of how long ago the offense occurred. This directly affects individuals accused of violent sexual assaults under Section 13-1423 or violations of Sections 13-2308.01, 13-2308.03, 13-3212, or 13-3824. The bill amends Arizona Revised Statutes Section 13-107 to place these offenses in a category with no time limit for prosecution, while maintaining standard time limits (7 years for class 2-6 felonies, 1 year for misdemeanors) for other crimes. The change does not alter existing penalties but expands the window for prosecution of these specific offenses.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves statute of limitations for serious sex offenses, enabling prosecution regardless of time elapsed, strengthening victim accountability and justice system effectiveness.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 19, 2026

SB 1234: juvenile court proceedings; appointment; attorney

SB 1234 requires courts in Arizona to appoint attorneys for children in specific juvenile court cases, including delinquency cases involving detention, dependency proceedings, and termination of parental rights. It mandates that attorneys be appointed before the first hearing in delinquency cases and ensures representation for indigent parents seeking counsel. The bill also requires courts to appoint a guardian ad litem (who must be an attorney) in abuse or neglect cases to protect the child’s best interests, and sets deadlines for attorneys to meet with juveniles before key hearings. Counties may fund these appointments, and public defenders may serve in certain cases with court authorization. This law directly affects juveniles, parents, and court staff by standardizing legal representation in critical child welfare and justice proceedings.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires court-appointed attorneys for minors in delinquency cases, ensuring due process and protecting youth rights per criminal justice reform principles.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 19, 2026

SB 1544: probation records; disclosure; exemptions

SB 1544 makes most probation records in Arizona public under state disclosure laws, but exempts sensitive information like victim details, minors' identities, medical records, active investigations, and confidential informants. Requesters can access records unless specific exemptions apply, and probation departments must redact or withhold protected data with a written explanation within 10 business days. Those denied records may appeal to court within 20 days, where penalties or attorney fees could be imposed for noncompliance. The bill covers documents including violation reports, risk assessments, case summaries, and audit reports.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMakes probation records public with exemptions, enhancing transparency and accountability in criminal justice reform while protecting sensitive information.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 19, 2026

SB 1550: appropriation; Queen Creek; law enforcement

SB 1550 allocates $1.255 million from the state general fund to fund a three-year pilot program for Queen Creek's police department. The program directly affects youth in Queen Creek by focusing on preventing runaway incidents, protecting at-risk youth from exploitation, and enhancing police investigations through collaboration with care providers and state agencies. It aims to create a model framework for statewide replication of effective youth safety strategies. The funding is exempt from standard appropriation rules that would otherwise cause it to lapse.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1.255M from state general fund for youth safety program, directly funding a public service initiative through state appropriations.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAllocates $1.255M for youth safety pilot focusing on prevention, at-risk youth protection, and police-care provider collaboration to reduce runaway incidents and exploitation, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Arizona · Senate Mar 19, 2026

SB 1585: sex offenders; fund; assessment; subcommittee

SB 1585 requires courts to impose additional fees on individuals convicted of sex offenses in Arizona, ranging from $75 for class 3 misdemeanors to $2,000 for class 1 felonies. These fees, collected directly from offenders, will be deposited into a new Sex Offender Surcharge Fund established under state law. The fund will support state programs for evaluating and managing sex offenders, including treatment and monitoring services. This bill directly affects people convicted of sex offenses under Arizona law, mandating these fees as part of their court-ordered penalties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 1585 creates a new surcharge fund ($75-$2,000 fees) to directly fund sex offender management programs, increasing state revenue allocation for essential services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds sex offender treatment/monitoring programs via surcharge fees, directly advancing rehabilitation and management services within criminal justice reform.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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