If enacted, this bill would amend Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-1105 to increase the penalties for the intentional murder of law enforcement officers in the line of duty. Currently, first degree murder is classified as a class 1 felony punishable by death or life imprisonment. The bill would specify that intentional first degree murder of a law enforcement officer is punishable only by death or natural life imprisonment, thereby eliminating the possibility of a lesser sentence for this specific offense.

Additionally, the bill introduces a definition for "law enforcement officer," aligning it with the existing definition in section 38-1112. This insertion clarifies the scope of the law and ensures that the penalties apply specifically to the designated category of individuals. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the legal consequences for those who commit this serious crime against law enforcement personnel.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-1105