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Mental health report in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “Mental health report” 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 “Mental health report” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"Mental health report" means a report that is written by a treatment supervisor or other qualified expert, that documents the condition of a person's mental health and that, at a minimum, includes all of the following: (a) The person's mental condition, symptoms and diagnosis on admission to a secure mental health facility. (A.R.S. § 13-3991)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.