Arizona criminal charge
Child enticement in Arizona
Child enticement is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-1430. Its classification is not fixed: Arizona assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by A.R.S. § 13-1430.
What is the penalty for child enticement in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 9 months to 24 months (Child enticement (standard) — Applies to child enticement generally when the defendant is not in a position of trust.; presumptive 1.5 years; mitigated 6 months / aggravated 2.5 years on required findings (13-701, 13-702(B)-(D)); repetitive (13-703) or dangerous (13-704) offenses use different ranges) | presumptive | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Fine | up to $150,000 (Child enticement (standard) — Applies to child enticement generally when the defendant is not in a position of trust.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | 18 months to 36 months (Child enticement — position of trust — Applies to child enticement when the defendant is in a position of trust.; presumptive 2.5 years; mitigated 1 year / aggravated 3.75 years on required findings (13-701, 13-702(B)-(D)); repetitive (13-703) or dangerous (13-704) offenses use different ranges) | presumptive | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Fine | up to $150,000 (Child enticement — position of trust — Applies to child enticement when the defendant is in a position of trust.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
Applies to first felony offense, non-dangerous; presumptive term 1.5 years.
How is child enticement classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child enticement (standard) | Class 5 Felony | Applies to child enticement generally when the defendant is not in a position of trust. | A.R.S. § 13-1430C |
| Child enticement — position of trust | Class 4 Felony | Applies to child enticement when the defendant is in a position of trust. | A.R.S. § 13-1430C |
Common questions about child enticement in Arizona
Is child enticement a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: child enticement ranges from a Class 5 Felony to a Class 4 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-1430.
Child enticement (standard): Class 5 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1430C) · Child enticement — position of trust: Class 4 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1430C)
What are the penalties for child enticement in Arizona?
Penalties for child enticement in Arizona depend on how it is classified — from a Class 5 Felony up to a Class 4 Felony — with the ranges set by A.R.S. § 13-702; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Arizona statute covers child enticement?
Child enticement is governed by A.R.S. § 13-1430 (Child enticement; classification; definitions).
Legal terms used in this law
This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.