Arizona legal term
School in Arizona Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session
In Arizona criminal law, “School” 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 “School” mean in Arizona criminal law?
"School" means a public or nonpublic kindergarten program, common school or high school. 5. (A.R.S. § 13-3102)
Statutes defining or using this term
Charges using this term
- Impersonating a veteran
- Racing on highways
- Unlawful residency
- Unlawful use of an electronic communication device by a minor
- Adult oriented businesses
- Aggravated assault
- Aggravated criminal damage
- Aggressive driving
- Causing serious physical injury or death by a moving violation
- Excessive speeds
- Loitering
- Misappropriation of charter school monies
Related terms in the same statutes
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