The proposed bill seeks to amend Section 13-2409 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, which currently addresses the obstruction of public administration through various means such as bribery or intimidation. Under current law, individuals who engage in such actions are guilty of a class 5 felony, escalating to a class 3 felony if the intent is to support a criminal street gang.

The bill introduces a new provision that explicitly states that the section does not apply to residential property owners who refuse to open their doors to peace officers. This insertion clarifies the rights of property owners in relation to law enforcement, thereby updating the statute to provide specific protections for individuals in their homes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-2409