Arizona § 13-1418 - Sexual misconduct; behavioral health professionals; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-1418 — Sexual misconduct; behavioral health professionals; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-1418. Sexual misconduct; behavioral health professionals; classification
A. A behavioral health professional licensed pursuant to title 32, chapter 33 or a psychiatrist or psychologist licensed pursuant to title 32, chapter 13, 17 or 19.1 commits sexual misconduct by intentionally or knowingly engaging in sexual intercourse with a client who is currently under the care or supervision of the licensed behavioral health professional, psychiatrist or psychologist.
B. Sexual misconduct by a licensed behavioral health professional, psychiatrist or psychologist is a class 6 felony.
C. This section does not apply to any act of sexual conduct that occurs between a licensed behavioral health professional, psychiatrist or psychologist and a client after the client has completed a course of treatment or if the client is not under the care of the licensed behavioral health professional, psychiatrist or psychologist.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-1418
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-1418 cover?
Section 13-1418 ("Sexual misconduct; behavioral health professionals; 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.
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