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First time felony juvenile offender in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “First time felony juvenile offender” 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 “First time felony juvenile offender” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"First time felony juvenile offender" means a juvenile who is adjudicated delinquent for an offense that would be a felony offense if committed by an adult. 2. (A.R.S. § 8-341)

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