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AZ HB2571
Bill
Status
4/23/2014
Primary Sponsor
Juan Escamilla
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AI Summary
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Amends section 13-1602 to add graffiti (drawing or inscribing messages, slogans, signs or symbols on public or private buildings without permission) as a form of criminal damage, classified as a class 2 misdemeanor unless damage exceeds specified dollar thresholds.
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Expands the definition of "damages" for graffiti violations under section 13-1602(A)(5) to include reasonable labor costs, material costs, and equipment costs used to abate or repair the damage, in addition to the cost of repair or replacement.
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Amends section 13-1604 to include the same expanded definition of damages (labor, materials, and equipment costs) when calculating the amount of damage for aggravated criminal damage charges.
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Modifies section 8-344 to cap parental restitution liability at $2,500 for juvenile graffiti violations under section 13-1602(A)(5), while maintaining existing liability limits for other offenses.
Legislative Description
Criminal damage; economic costs
Last Action
Chapter 176
4/23/2014