Arizona criminal charge
Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information in Arizona
Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-2316.02. 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. § 13-2316.02.
What is the penalty for unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 18 months (Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (general) — Applies when the released security information does not relate to a critical infrastructure resource.; 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 (Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (general) — Applies when the released security information does not relate to a critical infrastructure resource.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | 18 months to 36 months (Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (critical infrastructure) — Applies when the released security information relates to a critical infrastructure resource.; 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 (Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (critical infrastructure) — Applies when the released security information relates to a critical infrastructure resource.; 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 unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (general) | Class 6 Felony | Applies when the released security information does not relate to a critical infrastructure resource. | A.R.S. § 13-2316.02D |
| Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (critical infrastructure) | Class 4 Felony | Applies when the released security information relates to a critical infrastructure resource. | A.R.S. § 13-2316.02D |
Common questions about unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information in Arizona
Is unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information ranges from a Class 6 Felony to a Class 4 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-2316.02.
Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (general): Class 6 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-2316.02D) · Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information (critical infrastructure): Class 4 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-2316.02D)
What are the penalties for unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information in Arizona?
Penalties for unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information in Arizona depend on how it is classified — from a Class 6 Felony up to a Class 4 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 unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information?
Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information is governed by A.R.S. § 13-2316.02 (Unauthorized release of proprietary or confidential computer security information; exceptions; classification).
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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.