The proposed bill would update current statutes by repealing the existing Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) and establishing the Sheriff's Criminal Justice Commission (SCJC). This transition includes the repeal of the ACJC and the establishment of the SCJC, which will take effect retroactively on July 1, 2025. The SCJC will consist of appointed members, including county sheriffs and municipal law enforcement chiefs, and will have defined terms and responsibilities, including clarifying the appointment process for SCJC members, their terms, and the handling of vacancies. The bill also mandates that the SCJC report on its duties and responsibilities by March 1, 2026, while ensuring that all existing obligations and actions of the ACJC remain intact until the SCJC assumes them. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section 41-2404, detailing the SCJC's membership and operational structure, including requirements for quarterly meetings and reimbursement of members' expenses. It repeals section 41-2404 and section 41-3025.01 to streamline operations and clarify authority. The act aims to enhance the effectiveness and accountability of the commission in overseeing criminal justice initiatives in Arizona, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities from the ACJC to the SCJC.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-2428
Senate Engrossed Version: 41-2401, 41-2402, 41-2403, 41-2404, 41-2405, 41-2406, 41-2407, 41-2408, 41-2409, 41-2410, 41-2414, 41-2420, 41-2421, 41-3025.01, 41-3033.01, 12-116.01, 41-1730, 41-1830.03, 12-143, 12-141, 13-105, 12-284.03, 41-178, 28-1383, 13-1406, 31-411, 12-116.08, 13-4310, 31-418, 31-467.06, 41-1674, 22-116, 44-313, 41-1750, 11-539, 11-588, 2012-2013, 2013-2014, 2014-2015, 35-190, 35-313, 35-146, 35-147, 16-954, 12-102.02, 12-102.03, 1997-1998