Arizona § 41-1756 - Unauthorized access to criminal history; classification; definitions
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§ 41-1756. Unauthorized access to criminal history; classification; definitions
A. Except as provided by section 41-1750, a person commits unauthorized access to criminal history if the person intentionally, knowingly or recklessly does any of the following:
1. Permits unauthorized access to the Arizona criminal justice information system or to criminal history record information.
2. Uses the Arizona criminal justice information system or criminal history record information for a purpose other than as provided by section 41-1750.
3. Releases or procures the release of criminal history information.
B. A person who violates this section is guilty of a class 6 felony.
C. For the purposes of this section:
1. "Arizona criminal justice information system" has the same meaning prescribed in section 41-1750.
2. "Criminal history record information" has the same meaning prescribed in section 41-1750.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 41-1756
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-1756 cover?
Section 41-1756 ("Unauthorized access to criminal history; 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 § 41-1756?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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