AZ HB2735

Adds requirement that peace officers conducting child welfare checks when responding to domestic violence calls to determine if minors present are safe and whether they are victims of domestic violence or child abuse.

Establishes mandatory minimum sentences for persons convicted of domestic violence offenses involving imprisonment, with no eligibility for suspension, probation, or release except through specific statutory provisions until sentence is served.

Enhances maximum sentences by up to two years for felony domestic violence offenses committed against pregnant victims when defendant knew victim was pregnant or caused physical injury to pregnant victim.

Requires judges to order persons convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence offenses to complete court-approved domestic violence offender treatment programs, with option for alternative sanctions only if person previously completed such program.

Allows incarcerated persons convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence to continue employment or studies up to 12 hours daily and 5 days weekly as condition of probation, with remainder of sentence served in jail.