Arizona § 13-2405 - Compounding; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2405 — Compounding; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-2405. Compounding; classification
A. A person commits compounding if such person knowingly accepts or agrees to accept any pecuniary benefit as consideration for:
1. Refraining from seeking prosecution of an offense; or
2. Refraining from reporting to law enforcement authorities the commission or suspected commission of any offense or information relating to the offense.
B. Subsection A shall apply in all cases except those which are compromised by leave of court as provided by law.
C. Compounding is a class 6 felony if the crime compounded is a felony. If the crime compounded is not a felony, compounding is a class 3 misdemeanor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-2405
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2405 cover?
Section 13-2405 ("Compounding; 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 § 13-2405?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2405" (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 § 13-2405 apply to my situation?
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