Arizona § 13-3507 - Public display of explicit sexual materials; classification; definitions
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3507 — Public display of explicit sexual materials; classification; definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-3507. Public display of explicit sexual materials; classification; definitions
A. It is unlawful for any person knowingly to place explicit sexual material upon public display, or knowingly to fail to take prompt action to remove such a display from property in his possession or under his control after learning of its existence.
B. A person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a class 6 felony.
C. For the purposes of this section:
1. "Explicit sexual material" means any drawing, photograph, film negative, motion picture, figure, object, novelty device, recording, transcription or any book, leaflet, pamphlet, magazine, booklet or other item, the cover or contents of which depicts human genitalia or depicts or verbally describes nudity, sexual activity, sexual conduct, sexual excitement or sadomasochistic abuse in a way which is harmful to minors. Explicit sexual material does not include any depiction or description which, taken in context, possesses serious educational value for minors or which possesses serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value.
2. "Public display" means the placing of material on or in a billboard, viewing screen, theater marquee, newsstand, display rack, vending machine, window, showcase, display case or similar place so that material within the definition of paragraph 1 of this subsection is easily visible or readily accessible from a public thoroughfare, from the property of others, or in any place where minors are invited as part of the general public.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-3507
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3507 cover?
Section 13-3507 ("Public display of explicit sexual materials; classification; definitions") 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 § 13-3507?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 13-3507 apply to my situation?
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