Arizona criminal charge
Voyeurism in Arizona
Voyeurism is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-1424. 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. § 13-1424.
What is the penalty for voyeurism in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 9 months to 24 months (Voyeurism - invasion of privacy — A violation of subsection A (knowingly invading another's privacy without their knowledge for sexual stimulation) is a class 5 felony.; 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 (Voyeurism - invasion of privacy — A violation of subsection A (knowingly invading another's privacy without their knowledge for sexual stimulation) is a class 5 felony.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | 9 months to 24 months (Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject not recognizable) — A violation of subsection B (disclosing, displaying, distributing or publishing a recording made in violation of subsection A) is a class 5 felony when the person depicted is not recognizable.; 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 (Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject not recognizable) — A violation of subsection B (disclosing, displaying, distributing or publishing a recording made in violation of subsection A) is a class 5 felony when the person depicted is not recognizable.; 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 (Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject recognizable) — A violation of subsection B is elevated to a class 4 felony if the person depicted in the recording is recognizable.; 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 (Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject recognizable) — A violation of subsection B is elevated to a class 4 felony if the person depicted in the recording is recognizable.; 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 1.5 years.
How is voyeurism classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voyeurism - invasion of privacy | Class 5 Felony | A violation of subsection A (knowingly invading another's privacy without their knowledge for sexual stimulation) is a class 5 felony. | A.R.S. § 13-1424E |
| Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject not recognizable) | Class 5 Felony | A violation of subsection B (disclosing, displaying, distributing or publishing a recording made in violation of subsection A) is a class 5 felony when the person depicted is not recognizable. | A.R.S. § 13-1424E |
| Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject recognizable) | Class 4 Felony | A violation of subsection B is elevated to a class 4 felony if the person depicted in the recording is recognizable. | A.R.S. § 13-1424E |
Common questions about voyeurism in Arizona
Is voyeurism a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: voyeurism ranges from a Class 5 Felony to a Class 4 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-1424.
Voyeurism - invasion of privacy: Class 5 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1424E) · Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject not recognizable): Class 5 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1424E) · Voyeurism - disclosure/distribution of recording (subject recognizable): Class 4 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-1424E)
What are the penalties for voyeurism in Arizona?
Penalties for voyeurism in Arizona depend on how it is classified — from a Class 5 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 voyeurism?
Voyeurism is governed by A.R.S. § 13-1424 (Voyeurism; 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.