Arizona legal term
Abandoned in Arizona Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session
In Arizona criminal law, “Abandoned” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Arizona criminal code.
What does “Abandoned” mean in Arizona criminal law?
"Abandoned" means the failure of the parent to provide reasonable support and to maintain regular contact with the child, including providing normal supervision. (A.R.S. § 8-201)
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