AZ HB2759

Allows courts to impose sentences below mandatory minimums when necessary to comply with sentencing purposes and principles.

Requires courts to impose sentences sufficient but not greater than necessary to achieve purposes including offense seriousness, deterrence, public protection, and rehabilitation.

Mandates courts consider defendant's history, characteristics, available sentence types, statutory sentencing ranges, and need to avoid unwarranted disparities when determining appropriate sentences.

Requires courts to provide parties notice and opportunity to respond before imposing below-minimum sentences, and to document reasons in the sentencing record.

Preserves defendant's appellate rights regarding sentences imposed under this exception.