AZ SB1655

Requires local law enforcement agencies to provide written notice to individuals before designating them as suspected gang members, associates, or affiliates in a shared gang database, unless notification would compromise an active investigation or endanger a minor.

Establishes a process allowing individuals, parents/guardians of minors, or their attorneys to request information about their gang database designation and the basis for that designation from law enforcement agencies within 30 calendar days.

Permits individuals to submit written documentation contesting their designation, with law enforcement required to respond within 30 days; if denied, individuals can petition superior court for de novo review of the designation.

Shifts burden to law enforcement to prove active gang membership, associate status, or affiliate status by clear and convincing evidence; courts must order removal from the database if evidence is insufficient.

Excludes databases used solely by jail or correctional facility staff for internal classification and operational decisions from these requirements.