AZ HB2870

Prohibits level two and level three registered sex offenders convicted on or after January 1, 2027 from residing in a single-family dwelling with another registered sex offender unless they are legally related by blood, marriage, or adoption.

Applies similar residency restrictions to level two and level three offenders convicted before December 31, 2026 who are currently on probation or community supervision.

Exempts community reentry centers operated by the Arizona Department of Corrections and certified behavioral health residential facilities overseen by the Department of Health Services that commenced operation on or before January 1, 2026.

Maintains existing law prohibiting level three offenders convicted of dangerous crimes against children from residing within 1,000 feet of schools or child care facilities.

Violations constitute a class 1 misdemeanor, with repeat violations of victim proximity restrictions elevated to a class 6 felony.