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AZ HB2728
Bill
Status
5/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Martinez
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AI Summary
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Adds "evidence-based psychotherapy" as an approved treatment option alongside alcohol/drug screening, education, and treatment programs for DUI offenders in sentencing provisions.
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Allows DUI offenders to participate in court-approved religious programs on a voluntary basis, with protections against coercion to change religious beliefs or affiliations.
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Defines "evidence-based psychotherapy" as psychotherapy services provided by a licensed psychologist that integrates scientific research with clinical expertise based on patient characteristics, culture, and preferences.
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Applies the new psychotherapy requirement to both first-offense DUI sentencing (with possible sentence suspension) and second-offense sentencing within 84 months, as well as ignition interlock device provisions.
Legislative Description
DUI; alternative treatment
Transportation - Title 28
Last Action
Chapter 209
5/13/2025