AZ SB1512

Expands the definition of "vulnerable adult" for theft crimes to include any person 65 or older who has lost a spouse/caregiver within 12 months, has documented sight or hearing impairment, has a chronic illness affecting cognition, depends on others for financial management or caregiving, or shows signs of social isolation impairing their ability to recognize exploitation.

Adds a detailed definition of "position of trust and confidence" directly into the theft statute, covering caregivers, joint tenants, fiduciaries, those in confidential relationships, beneficiaries, and anyone who has formed a relationship of trust with a vulnerable adult.

Replaces cross-references to definitions in sections 46-456 and 46-451 with self-contained definitions within the theft statute (section 13-1802).

Maintains existing theft classifications unchanged, ranging from class 1 misdemeanor for property under $1,000 to class 2 felony for property valued at $25,000 or more.