Arizona criminal charge
Escape in the third degree in Arizona
Escape in the third degree is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-2502. 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. § 13-2502.
What is the penalty for escape in the third degree in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 18 months (Escape in the third degree — Applies when a person, having been arrested for, charged with, or found guilty of a misdemeanor or petty offense, knowingly escapes or attempts to escape from custody.; 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 (Escape in the third degree — Applies when a person, having been arrested for, charged with, or found guilty of a misdemeanor or petty offense, knowingly escapes or attempts to escape from custody.; 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 year.
How is escape in the third degree classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escape in the third degree | Class 6 Felony | Applies when a person, having been arrested for, charged with, or found guilty of a misdemeanor or petty offense, knowingly escapes or attempts to escape from custody. | A.R.S. § 13-2502B |
Common questions about escape in the third degree in Arizona
Is escape in the third degree a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
What are the penalties for escape in the third degree in Arizona?
Penalties for escape in the third degree in Arizona depend on how it is classified — from a Class 6 Felony up to a Class 6 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 escape in the third degree?
Escape in the third degree is governed by A.R.S. § 13-2502 (Escape in the third degree; classification).
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.