Arizona criminal charge
Hazing in Arizona
Hazing is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-1215. 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. § 13-1215.
What is the penalty for hazing in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (Hazing (base offense) — Hazing that does not result in a person's death is a class 1 misdemeanor.; 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 (Hazing (base offense) — Hazing that does not result in a person's death is a class 1 misdemeanor.; 13-802(A)) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-707 |
| Jail / prison | 18 months to 36 months (Hazing resulting in death — Hazing that results in a person's death is a class 4 felony.; 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 (Hazing resulting in death — Hazing that results in a person's death is a class 4 felony.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
Applies to current.
How is hazing classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hazing (base offense) | Class 1 Misdemeanor | Hazing that does not result in a person's death is a class 1 misdemeanor. | A.R.S. § 13-1215F |
| Hazing resulting in death | Class 4 Felony | Hazing that results in a person's death is a class 4 felony. | A.R.S. § 13-1215F |
Common questions about hazing in Arizona
Is hazing a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: hazing ranges from a Class 1 Misdemeanor to a Class 4 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-1215.
Hazing (base offense): Class 1 Misdemeanor (A.R.S. § 13-1215F) · Hazing resulting in death: Class 4 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1215F)
What are the penalties for hazing in Arizona?
Which Arizona statute covers hazing?
Hazing is governed by A.R.S. § 13-1215 (Hazing; classification; definition).
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.