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Risk assessment in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “Risk assessment” 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 “Risk assessment” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"Risk assessment" means a comprehensive assessment of a person's risk for violent behavior that is conducted by a qualified expert and that includes all of the following: (a) The person's identifying information. (A.R.S. § 13-3991)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.