Arizona criminal charge
Taking child for purpose of prostitution in Arizona
Taking child for purpose of prostitution is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-3206. 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. § 13-3206.
What is the penalty for taking child for purpose of prostitution in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 18 months to 36 months (Taking child for prostitution (minor 15 or older) — Applies when the minor taken for the purpose of prostitution is not under fifteen years of age.; 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 (Taking child for prostitution (minor 15 or older) — Applies when the minor taken for the purpose of prostitution is not under fifteen years of age.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | 4 years to 10 years (Taking child for prostitution (minor under 15) — Applies when the minor taken for the purpose of prostitution is under fifteen years of age.; presumptive 5 years; mitigated 3 / aggravated 12.5 years available only on at least two mitigating/aggravating circumstances (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 (Taking child for prostitution (minor under 15) — Applies when the minor taken for the purpose of prostitution is under fifteen years of age.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); drug and other offenses may set higher statute-specific amounts) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
Applies to first felony offense, non-dangerous; presumptive term 2.5 years.
How is taking child for purpose of prostitution classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taking child for prostitution (minor 15 or older) | Class 4 Felony | Applies when the minor taken for the purpose of prostitution is not under fifteen years of age. | A.R.S. § 13-3206undefined |
| Taking child for prostitution (minor under 15) | Class 2 Felony | Applies when the minor taken for the purpose of prostitution is under fifteen years of age. | A.R.S. § 13-3206undefined |
Common questions about taking child for purpose of prostitution in Arizona
Is taking child for purpose of prostitution a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: taking child for purpose of prostitution ranges from a Class 4 Felony to a Class 2 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-3206.
Taking child for prostitution (minor 15 or older): Class 4 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-3206) · Taking child for prostitution (minor under 15): Class 2 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-3206)
What are the penalties for taking child for purpose of prostitution in Arizona?
Penalties for taking child for purpose of prostitution in Arizona depend on how it is classified — from a Class 4 Felony up to a Class 2 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 taking child for purpose of prostitution?
Taking child for purpose of prostitution is governed by A.R.S. § 13-3206 (Taking child for purpose of prostitution; 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.