This bill proposes to amend current traffic laws by introducing the offense of "aggravated unlawful flight from a pursuing law enforcement vehicle," which would be classified as a class 4 felony. If certain conditions are met, such as causing serious physical injury, transporting a minor under 15 years old, or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the offense, the classification would escalate to a class 2 felony. The bill also stipulates that individuals convicted under these circumstances would not be eligible for probation or early release until they have served a minimum of four months in prison.

The new provisions would be inserted into title 28, chapter 3, article 2 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically adding section 28-622.02. This section outlines the criteria for the offense and the associated penalties, thereby updating the current statutes to enhance legal consequences for drivers who recklessly evade law enforcement while endangering others.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-622.02
Senate Engrossed Version: 28-622.02