Arizona HB2967 amends the definition and penalties for custodial interference, including specific circumstances and classifications.

Arizona HB2967 amends Section 13-1302 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to redefine custodial interference and its penalties. The bill specifies that a person commits custodial interference if they knowingly take, entice, or withhold a child from lawful custody without legal right. It outlines various classifications and penalties, including class 3 and 6 felonies, and class 1 misdemeanors, depending on the circumstances and prior violations. The bill also addresses situations where good faith beliefs regarding the child's safety can mitigate penalties.

Arizona HB2967 amends the definition and penalties for custodial interference, including specific circumstances and classifications.

Arizona HB2967 amends Section 13-1302 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to redefine custodial interference and its penalties. The bill specifies that a person commits custodial interference if they knowingly take, entice, or withhold a child from lawful custody without legal right. It outlines various classifications and penalties, including class 3 and 6 felonies, and class 1 misdemeanors, depending on the circumstances and prior violations. The bill also addresses situations where good faith beliefs regarding the child's safety can mitigate penalties.