AZ SB1194

Amends Arizona law to allow judges to mitigate fines that are not mandatory if the defendant demonstrates the payment would cause hardship on the defendant or their immediate family.

Expands the factors courts must consider when deciding whether to mitigate a fine, including the fine's impact on the defendant's ability to pay restitution, financial hardship on the defendant or immediate family, and receipt of government benefits programs.

Requires courts to consider additional mitigation factors including whether the defendant is seeking or maintaining employment, attending school, or has a medical condition affecting their ability to pay.

Allows judges to mitigate surcharges imposed under sections 12-116.01 and 12-116.02 when a fine is mandatory.

Clarifies that community restitution in lieu of monetary obligations continues to be credited at $10 per hour, and excludes certain assessments and surcharges from community restitution options.