This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the prosecution of fraudulent schemes and artifices under Arizona law. Specifically, it introduces new provisions that clarify the requirements for establishing jurisdiction in such cases. Under the proposed changes, the state would only need to demonstrate that at least one act constituting a violation occurred within Arizona or any of its local jurisdictions. Furthermore, it would not be necessary to prove that all acts occurred within the state or a specific jurisdiction, and defendants could not argue that not all acts took place in Arizona as a defense.

The bill also makes technical adjustments to existing language, such as changing "one hundred thousand dollars" to "$100,000" for clarity. Overall, the amendments aim to streamline the prosecution process for fraudulent schemes by reducing the burden of proof on the state regarding the geographical scope of the unlawful acts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-2310
House Engrossed Version: 13-2310