Arizona § 12-693 - Conviction for shoplifting; admissibility
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-693 — Conviction for shoplifting; admissibility, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-693. Conviction for shoplifting; admissibility
A conviction for shoplifting under section 13-1805 is not required to maintain an action pursuant to this article. An adjudication of not guilty of violation of section 13-1805 is admissible in an action for civil liability under sections 12-691 and 12-692. A person convicted for shoplifting under section 13-1805 is precluded from subsequently denying the essential allegations of the offense in any action pursuant to this article. For the purposes of this section, a conviction may result from a verdict or a plea including a no contest plea.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 12-693
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-693 cover?
Section 12-693 ("Conviction for shoplifting; admissibility") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 12-693?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 12-693 apply to my situation?
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