The proposed bill would amend current Arizona statutes by expanding the list of mandatory reporters to include specific individuals present in family courtrooms. Under the new law, judicial officers presiding over family court matters, their staff, court clerks, court reporters, and sheriff's deputies would be required to report any reasonable belief of child abuse or neglect. This addition is aimed at enhancing the protection of minors by ensuring that more individuals are legally obligated to report suspected cases of harm.

Additionally, the bill makes technical and conforming changes to the existing statute, including the removal of outdated language and the renumbering of certain provisions. Specifically, it deletes the previous numbering for certain paragraphs and updates the reference to the Department of Child Safety, ensuring clarity and consistency in the reporting process. Overall, these changes aim to strengthen the legal framework surrounding mandatory reporting in family court settings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3620