Arizona § 13-756 - Death sentences; supreme court review
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-756 — Death sentences; supreme court review, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-756. Death sentences; supreme court review
A. The supreme court shall review all death sentences to determine whether the trier of fact abused its discretion in finding aggravating circumstances and imposing a sentence of death.
B. If the supreme court determines that an error occurred in the sentencing proceedings, the supreme court shall determine whether the error was harmless beyond a reasonable doubt. If the supreme court cannot determine whether the error was harmless beyond a reasonable doubt, the supreme court shall remand the case for a new sentencing proceeding.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-756
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-756 cover?
Section 13-756 ("Death sentences; supreme court review") 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 § 13-756?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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