Arizona criminal charge
Commercial bribery in Arizona
Commercial bribery is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-2605. 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. § 13-2605.
What is the penalty for commercial bribery in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 9 months to 24 months (Commercial bribery — benefit more than $1,000 — The value of the benefit conferred or accepted is more than one thousand dollars.; 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 (Commercial bribery — benefit more than $1,000 — The value of the benefit conferred or accepted is more than one thousand dollars.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 18 months (Commercial bribery — benefit $100 to $1,000 — The value of the benefit is not more than one thousand dollars but not less than one hundred dollars.; presumptive 1 year; mitigated .33 years / aggravated 2 years on required findings (13-701, 13-702(B)-(D)); repetitive (13-703) or dangerous (13-704) offenses use different ranges; a class 6 felony may be designated a class 1 misdemeanor under 13-604) | presumptive | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Fine | up to $150,000 (Commercial bribery — benefit $100 to $1,000 — The value of the benefit is not more than one thousand dollars but not less than one hundred dollars.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (Commercial bribery — benefit less than $100 — The value of the benefit is less than one hundred dollars.; definite term served outside state prison (13-707(A)(1)); prior same offense within 2 years elevates to the next higher class (13-707(B))) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-707 |
| Fine | up to $2,500 (Commercial bribery — benefit less than $100 — The value of the benefit is less than one hundred dollars.; 13-802(A)) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-707 |
Applies to first felony offense, non-dangerous; presumptive term 1.5 years.
How is commercial bribery classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial bribery — benefit more than $1,000 | Class 5 Felony | The value of the benefit conferred or accepted is more than one thousand dollars. | A.R.S. § 13-2605B |
| Commercial bribery — benefit $100 to $1,000 | Class 6 Felony | The value of the benefit is not more than one thousand dollars but not less than one hundred dollars. | A.R.S. § 13-2605B |
| Commercial bribery — benefit less than $100 | Class 1 Misdemeanor | The value of the benefit is less than one hundred dollars. | A.R.S. § 13-2605B |
Common questions about commercial bribery in Arizona
Is commercial bribery a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: commercial bribery ranges from a Class 1 Misdemeanor to a Class 5 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-2605.
Commercial bribery — benefit more than $1,000: Class 5 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-2605B) · Commercial bribery — benefit $100 to $1,000: Class 6 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-2605B) · Commercial bribery — benefit less than $100: Class 1 Misdemeanor (A.R.S. § 13-2605B)
What are the penalties for commercial bribery in Arizona?
Which Arizona statute covers commercial bribery?
Commercial bribery is governed by A.R.S. § 13-2605 (Commercial bribery; classification; exception).
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.