Arizona criminal charge
Impersonating a veteran in Arizona
Impersonating a veteran is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-2414. 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. § 13-2414.
What is the penalty for impersonating a veteran in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (Impersonating a veteran (base offense) — Impersonating a veteran under the section is a class 1 misdemeanor unless the enhanced felony threshold applies.; 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 (Impersonating a veteran (base offense) — Impersonating a veteran under the section is a class 1 misdemeanor unless the enhanced felony threshold applies.; 13-802(A)) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-707 |
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 18 months (Impersonating a veteran (benefit valued at least $50,000) — Impersonating a veteran is elevated to a class 6 felony if the tangible benefit obtained has a value of at least $50,000.; 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 (Impersonating a veteran (benefit valued at least $50,000) — Impersonating a veteran is elevated to a class 6 felony if the tangible benefit obtained has a value of at least $50,000.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
Applies to current.
How is impersonating a veteran classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Impersonating a veteran (base offense) | Class 1 Misdemeanor | Impersonating a veteran under the section is a class 1 misdemeanor unless the enhanced felony threshold applies. | A.R.S. § 13-2414D |
| Impersonating a veteran (benefit valued at least $50,000) | Class 6 Felony | Impersonating a veteran is elevated to a class 6 felony if the tangible benefit obtained has a value of at least $50,000. | A.R.S. § 13-2414D |
Common questions about impersonating a veteran in Arizona
Is impersonating a veteran a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: impersonating a veteran ranges from a Class 1 Misdemeanor to a Class 6 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-2414.
Impersonating a veteran (base offense): Class 1 Misdemeanor (A.R.S. § 13-2414D) · Impersonating a veteran (benefit valued at least $50,000): Class 6 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-2414D)
What are the penalties for impersonating a veteran in Arizona?
Which Arizona statute covers impersonating a veteran?
Impersonating a veteran is governed by A.R.S. § 13-2414 (Impersonating a veteran; 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.