The proposed bill would amend current statutes by introducing new regulations regarding the authority of federal employees who are not certified peace officers in Arizona. Specifically, it would prohibit these federal employees from making arrests, searches, or seizures without written permission from the county sheriff or their designee, except in certain circumstances such as actions on federal enclaves or in cases of immediate crime witnessing. The bill also allows the county sheriff or their designee to refuse permission for any reason deemed sufficient and requires federal employees to obtain written permission from the Attorney General when dealing with county sheriff's office employees or elected officials.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for the written permission request, including details such as the subject's name, a clear statement of probable cause, and the specifics of the intended action. It mandates that the county attorney must prosecute violations of these provisions, including potential charges of kidnapping, trespass, theft, or homicide, depending on the nature of the violation. The county attorney is prohibited from refusing to prosecute such cases, and failure to comply could result in recall by voters or prosecution for official misconduct.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11-452
Senate Engrossed Version: 11-452