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Family member in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “Family member” 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 “Family member” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"Family member" means the person's parent, grandparent, sibling or any other person who is related to the person by consanguinity or affinity to the second degree. 2. (A.R.S. § 13-2319)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.