AZ SB1404

Adds Article 33 to Arizona Revised Statutes Title 13, Chapter 38 to establish rules for admitting laboratory certificates of analysis as evidence in criminal trials without requiring the analyst to testify in person.

Defines "certificate of analysis" as written reports of laboratory examination results and chain of custody documentation signed by the person performing the analysis or their supervisor, attesting to accuracy.

Requires certificates to be filed with the court at least 20 days before trial and permits admission if filed and no timely objection is received from the opposing party.

Mandates the prosecution notify the defense at least 30 days before trial of the intent to use a certificate of analysis and provide a copy along with notice of the right to object within 20 days before trial.

Applies to certificates from state, county, and municipal laboratories, as well as federal agencies including the FBI, DEA, Secret Service, and other specified federal forensic facilities; allows the analyzer to still testify if either party prefers.