Arizona criminal charge
Interference with or disruption of an educational institution in Arizona
Interference with or disruption of an educational institution is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-2911. 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. § 13-2911.
What is the penalty for interference with or disruption of an educational institution in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 18 months (Interference/disruption via threats (A.1) — Applies when the offense is committed under subsection A, paragraph 1 (threatening physical injury or property damage to interfere with or disrupt an educational institution).; 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 (Interference/disruption via threats (A.1) — Applies when the offense is committed under subsection A, paragraph 1 (threatening physical injury or property damage to interfere with or disrupt an educational institution).; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (Unlawful entry or refusal to obey order (A.2 or A.3) — Applies when the offense is committed under subsection A, paragraph 2 (entering/remaining to interfere with lawful use of property) or paragraph 3 (refusing a lawful order to leave under subsection C).; 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 (Unlawful entry or refusal to obey order (A.2 or A.3) — Applies when the offense is committed under subsection A, paragraph 2 (entering/remaining to interfere with lawful use of property) or paragraph 3 (refusing a lawful order to leave under subsection C).; 13-802(A)) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-707 |
Applies to first felony offense, non-dangerous; presumptive term 1 year.
How is interference with or disruption of an educational institution classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interference/disruption via threats (A.1) | Class 6 Felony | Applies when the offense is committed under subsection A, paragraph 1 (threatening physical injury or property damage to interfere with or disrupt an educational institution). | A.R.S. § 13-2911J |
| Unlawful entry or refusal to obey order (A.2 or A.3) | Class 1 Misdemeanor | Applies when the offense is committed under subsection A, paragraph 2 (entering/remaining to interfere with lawful use of property) or paragraph 3 (refusing a lawful order to leave under subsection C). | A.R.S. § 13-2911J |
Common questions about interference with or disruption of an educational institution in Arizona
Is interference with or disruption of an educational institution a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: interference with or disruption of an educational institution ranges from a Class 1 Misdemeanor to a Class 6 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-2911.
Interference/disruption via threats (A.1): Class 6 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-2911J) · Unlawful entry or refusal to obey order (A.2 or A.3): Class 1 Misdemeanor (A.R.S. § 13-2911J)
What are the penalties for interference with or disruption of an educational institution in Arizona?
Which Arizona statute covers interference with or disruption of an educational institution?
Interference with or disruption of an educational institution is governed by A.R.S. § 13-2911 (Interference with or disruption of an educational institution; violation; 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.