This bill proposes updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding the registration of sex offenders by amending section 13-3821. It introduces new definitions and clarifications, particularly regarding the term "Convicted," which now includes individuals who have been found guilty or have pled guilty but may not have a subsequent conviction due to various legal processes such as probation before judgment or expungement. Additionally, it clarifies that "Convicted" does not encompass convictions that have been overturned, thereby reestablishing the presumption of innocence.

The bill also modifies the definitions of several terms by deleting outdated language and inserting new definitions. For instance, it replaces the definition of "Legal custody" with a new term "Required online identifier," which refers to electronic communication identifiers while excluding sensitive personal information. Other terms such as "School" and "Transient" are also updated to ensure clarity in their definitions. Overall, the bill aims to modernize the language and definitions used in the statute to better reflect current legal standards and practices.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3821