This bill proposes updates to Section 13-501 of the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding criminal responsibility. It clarifies that the juvenile court does not have jurisdiction over individuals who are eighteen years of age or older, removing outdated language that implied otherwise. Additionally, the definition of "chronic felony offender" is refined to specify that it pertains to juveniles with two prior adjudications classified as class 1, 2, or 3 felonies, aligning the terminology with the legal framework for adult convictions.

Furthermore, the definition of "forcible sexual assault" is amended to include a specific reference to the relevant subsection of the law, ensuring clarity in the legal definition. Overall, the bill aims to modernize and clarify existing statutes while maintaining the core provisions of the law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-501