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AZ SB1093

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark Finchem

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of riot to include conduct that results in property damage, not just disturbance of public peace, when committed by three or more persons acting together using or threatening force or violence

  • Adds riot to the list of offenses that do not require an overt act to prove conspiracy, placing it alongside burglary and arson in this category

  • Classifies riot as a "racketeering" offense under Arizona law, adding it alongside terrorism, homicide, robbery, and other serious crimes subject to enhanced penalties and civil remedies

  • Maintains riot as a class 5 felony while enabling prosecution under the state's broader racketeering statutes, which allow for asset forfeiture and other remedies

Legislative Description

Riot; planning; participation; racketeering

Definitions

Last Action

House minority caucus: Do pass

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/23/2026
Judiciary2/23/2026
Rules1/12/2026
Public Safety1/12/2026

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