The proposed bill would amend section 44-1642 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, updating the requirements for scrap metal dealers regarding record-keeping and identification verification. Specifically, it replaces the term "Every" with "each" in the opening line and clarifies that records must be kept in a book or similar format, legibly printed or written in ink, and in English. Additionally, it expands the types of identification that sellers can provide to include an unexpired United States passport, a nonoperating identification license, or a photo identification card issued by a tribal government or the U.S. military, while also specifying that this requirement does not apply to sellers exclusively selling aluminum beverage containers.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the inspection protocol for scrap metal dealers by requiring peace officers to identify themselves and state the purpose of the inspection to any responsible person at the business premises. It also introduces a provision allowing scrap metal dealers to request that peace officers sign an inspection log, which would document the officer's name, serial or badge number, time, date, and purpose of the inspection. These changes aim to enhance the regulatory framework governing scrap metal transactions and improve the verification process for sellers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 44-1642