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Standardized hotline assessment tool in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “Standardized hotline assessment tool” 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 “Standardized hotline assessment tool” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"Standardized hotline assessment tool" means any written tool used to make a determination that the allegation of abuse or neglect that is the subject of a report received pursuant to section 8-455 involves conduct that warrants investigation by the department pursuant to section 8-456 or 8-471. 37. (A.R.S. § 8-201)

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