Arizona HB2169 amends the definition of public nuisance and liability for defamation in nuisance actions.

Arizona HB2169 amends section 13-2917 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to redefine public nuisance and establish liability for defamation in certain actions. It specifies that actions to abate public nuisances, such as those near schools or public parks, can be brought by county, city, or state attorneys. If the attorney general brings an action without reasonable basis and publicizes it, they may be liable for defamation per se. The bill also outlines penalties for knowingly maintaining or committing public nuisances.

Arizona HB2169 amends the definition of public nuisance and liability for defamation in nuisance actions.

Arizona HB2169 amends section 13-2917 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to redefine public nuisance and establish liability for defamation in certain actions. It specifies that actions to abate public nuisances, such as those near schools or public parks, can be brought by county, city, or state attorneys. If the attorney general brings an action without reasonable basis and publicizes it, they may be liable for defamation per se. The bill also outlines penalties for knowingly maintaining or committing public nuisances.