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AZ SB1227
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/20/2022
Primary Sponsor
Martin Quezada
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AI Summary
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Amends Arizona Revised Statutes Section 12-2213 to expand witness privilege from arrest protections.
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Restricts arrest of witnesses only when supported by a signed judicial warrant or order, removing prior exceptions for treason, felony, and breach of the peace.
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Extends privilege from arrest protections to family members of witnesses and persons residing in the same household as a party, witness, or potential witness.
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Applies privilege protections during court attendance and while traveling to and from court, allowing one day of travel for every twenty-five miles from the witness's residence.
Legislative Description
Court witness; arrest; prohibited
Prohibited
Last Action
Senate read second time
1/24/2022
Committee Referrals
Rules1/20/2022
Judiciary1/20/2022
Full Bill Text
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