Arizona § 13-1102 - Negligent homicide; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-1102 — Negligent homicide; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-1102. Negligent homicide; classification
A. A person commits negligent homicide if with criminal negligence the person causes the death of another person, including an unborn child.
B. An offense under this section applies to an unborn child in the womb at any stage of its development. A person may not be prosecuted under this section if any of the following applies:
1. The person was performing an abortion for which the consent of the pregnant woman, or a person authorized by law to act on the pregnant woman's behalf, has been obtained or for which the consent was implied or authorized by law.
2. The person was performing medical treatment on the pregnant woman or the pregnant woman's unborn child.
3. The person was the unborn child's mother.
C. Negligent homicide is a class 4 felony.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-1102
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-1102 cover?
Section 13-1102 ("Negligent homicide; classification") 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 § 13-1102?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-1102" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 13-1102 apply to my situation?
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