Arizona criminal charge
Unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities in Arizona
Unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-1425. 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. § 13-1425.
What is the penalty for unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 9 months to 24 months (Unlawful disclosure of images (base offense) — A violation of this section is a class 5 felony unless another classification specified in this subsection applies.; presumptive 1.5 years; mitigated 6 months / aggravated 2.5 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 (Unlawful disclosure of images (base offense) — A violation of this section is a class 5 felony unless another classification specified in this subsection applies.; 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 (Unlawful disclosure of images by electronic means — The offense is a class 4 felony if the image is disclosed by electronic means.; 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 (Unlawful disclosure of images by electronic means — The offense is a class 4 felony if the image is disclosed by electronic means.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (Threat to disclose or disclosure of realistic pictorial representation — The offense is a class 1 misdemeanor if a person threatens to disclose but does not disclose an image that would otherwise violate this section, or if the image is a realistic pictorial representation.; 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 (Threat to disclose or disclosure of realistic pictorial representation — The offense is a class 1 misdemeanor if a person threatens to disclose but does not disclose an image that would otherwise violate this section, or if the image is a realistic pictorial representation.; 13-802(A)) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-707 |
Applies to first felony offense, non-dangerous; presumptive term 1.5 years.
How is unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlawful disclosure of images (base offense) | Class 5 Felony | A violation of this section is a class 5 felony unless another classification specified in this subsection applies. | A.R.S. § 13-1425C |
| Unlawful disclosure of images by electronic means | Class 4 Felony | The offense is a class 4 felony if the image is disclosed by electronic means. | A.R.S. § 13-1425C.1 |
| Threat to disclose or disclosure of realistic pictorial representation | Class 1 Misdemeanor | The offense is a class 1 misdemeanor if a person threatens to disclose but does not disclose an image that would otherwise violate this section, or if the image is a realistic pictorial representation. | A.R.S. § 13-1425C.2 |
Common questions about unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities in Arizona
Is unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities ranges from a Class 1 Misdemeanor to a Class 4 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-1425.
Unlawful disclosure of images (base offense): Class 5 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1425C) · Unlawful disclosure of images by electronic means: Class 4 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1425C.1) · Threat to disclose or disclosure of realistic pictorial representation: Class 1 Misdemeanor (A.R.S. § 13-1425C.2)
What are the penalties for unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities in Arizona?
Penalties for unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities in Arizona depend on how it is classified — from a Class 1 Misdemeanor up to a Class 4 Felony — with the ranges set by A.R.S. § 13-702 and A.R.S. § 13-707; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Arizona statute covers unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities?
Unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities is governed by A.R.S. § 13-1425 (Unlawful disclosure of images depicting states of nudity or specific sexual activities; classification; definitions).
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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.