AZ SB1425

Establishes a privilege in civil actions protecting communications between sexual assault victims and trained victim advocates from examination as witnesses.

Requires sexual assault victim advocates to complete at least 30 hours of training that includes instruction on privileged communication and mandatory reporting requirements under section 13-3620.

Exempts the privilege from application in civil commitment cases for sexually violent persons and does not prevent advocates from fulfilling their duty to report child abuse.

Allows courts to order disclosure of privileged information if a party makes a motion and the court finds reasonable cause, including situations where the advocate knows the victim will give perjurious statements.

Adds sexual assault victim advocates to the list of mandatory reporters of child abuse and neglect in section 13-3620, requiring immediate reporting to a peace officer or the Department of Child Safety.