Arizona § 13-4428 - Victim's discretion; form of statement
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4428 — Victim's discretion; form of statement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-4428. Victim's discretion; form of statement
A. It is at the victim's discretion to exercise the victim's rights under this chapter to be present and heard at a court proceeding, and the absence of the victim at the court proceeding does not preclude the court from going forth with the proceeding.
B. Except as provided in subsection C of this section, a victim's right to be heard may be exercised, at the victim's discretion, through an oral statement, submission of a written statement or submission of a statement through audiotape or videotape or any other video or digital media that is available to the court.
C. If a person against whom a criminal offense has been committed is in custody for an offense, the person may be heard by submitting a written statement to the court.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-4428
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4428 cover?
Section 13-4428 ("Victim's discretion; form of statement") 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 § 13-4428?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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