AZ HB2756

Replaces mandatory minimum sentence language ("shall") with discretionary language ("may") throughout Arizona's sentencing statutes for first-time felony offenders, repetitive offenders, dangerous offenders, and crimes against children.

Allows courts discretion in sentencing for serious drug offenses, crimes involving dangerous offenses, assault on peace officers, and organized crime offenses rather than requiring specific minimum sentences.

Removes mandatory minimum sentence requirements for second degree murder convictions and provides courts with discretionary sentencing ranges instead.

Maintains sentencing ranges and presumptive sentences but allows judges to depart from mandatory minimums based on aggravating and mitigating circumstances under section 13-701.

Applies discretionary sentencing to special sentencing provisions for drug offenses, family violence offenses, and multiple drug offenses committed on different occasions.