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AZ HB2558
Bill
Status
Passed
3/27/2012
Primary Sponsor
Ted Vogt
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AI Summary
- Amends Arizona Revised Statutes Section 13-807 regarding civil actions by victims against criminal defendants
- A defendant convicted in a criminal proceeding cannot deny the essential allegations of the offense in subsequent civil proceedings brought by victims or the state
- Allows victims who receive a restitution order to bring a separate civil action to recover damages exceeding the restitution amount that was actually paid
- Applies to all judgments of guilt, including those resulting from no contest pleas
- Effective date: March 27, 2012
Legislative Description
Victim restitution; civil actions
Last Action
Governor Signed
3/27/2012
Full Bill Text
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