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In the course of committing in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “In the course of committing” 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 “In the course of committing” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"In the course of committing" means any acts that are performed by an intruder from the moment of entry to and including flight from the scene of a crime. 8. (A.R.S. § 13-1501)

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Related terms in the same statutes

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