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Technical violation in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “Technical violation” 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 “Technical violation” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"Technical violation" means a reasonable good faith reliance on: (a) A statute that is subsequently ruled unconstitutional. (A.R.S. § 13-3925)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.