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Revenge Porn Laws in Arizona

How Arizona law treats revenge porn (sharing intimate images): what is illegal, whether it is a misdemeanor or felony, and the penalties, from the state code.

Short answer: Yes. Intentionally disclosing an image of an identifiable person who is nude or engaged in sexual activity, when the person has a reasonable expectation of privacy and the disclosure is meant to harm, harass, intimidate, threaten or coerce, is a class 5 felony, and a class 4 felony if… A.R.S. § 13-1425; A.R.S. §§ 13-702(D), 13-707

Revenge porn (sharing intimate images)Yes. Intentionally disclosing an image of an identifiable person who is nude or engaged in sexual activity, when the person has a reasonable expectation of privacy and the disclosure is meant to harm, harass, intimidate, threaten or coerce, is a class 5 felony, and a class 4 felony if done electronically (texting, email or posting online). Threatening to disclose such an image, or disclosing a realistic computer-generated or altered image, is a class 1 misdemeanor. Sending an image to someone does not by itself give up the expectation of privacy; disclosures with consent, for law enforcement, legal proceedings or reporting crime are exempt.

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FAQ

Is revenge porn illegal in Arizona?
Yes. Intentionally disclosing an image of an identifiable person who is nude or engaged in sexual activity, when the person has a reasonable expectation of privacy and the disclosure is meant to harm, harass, intimidate, threaten or coerce, is a class 5 felony, and a class 4 felony if done electronically (texting, email or posting online). Threatening to disclose such an image, or disclosing a realistic computer-generated or altered image, is a class 1 misdemeanor. Sending an image to someone does not by itself give up the expectation of privacy; disclosures with consent, for law enforcement, legal proceedings or reporting crime are exempt.
Can I get a court-appointed lawyer for revenge porn (sharing intimate images) in Arizona?
Arizona's rule on court-appointed lawyers: County public defenders, on court order, represent a person who is entitled to counsel as a matter of law and who is not financially able to employ counsel, in offenses triable in superior court or justice court and other listed proceedings. Representation by the public defender or court-appointed counsel is provided without expense to the defendant, and the court may not impose an indigent administrative assessment or order reimbursement to the county for legal services. A.R.S. § 11-584
How much does a lawyer for revenge porn (sharing intimate images) cost in Arizona?
Lawyers set their own fees, and Arizona has rules on how they may charge. See hiring a criminal defense lawyer in Arizona for fee rules, how to check a lawyer's license and free help.
What happens after an arrest for revenge porn (sharing intimate images) in Arizona?
How release before trial works in Arizona: All persons charged with crime are bailable except: for capital offenses, sexual assault, or sexual conduct with or molestation of a child under fifteen, when the proof is evident or the presumption great; for felonies committed while on bail for a separate felony; for felonies where the person poses a threat to others or the community and no release conditions can adequately assure safety; and for serious felonies by a person who entered or remained in the United States illegally. Bail and release conditions are meant to assure appearance, protect against witness intimidation, and protect the victim and community. At the initial appearance, a judicial officer orders a person charged with a bailable offense released pending trial on his or her own recognizance or on bail. The officer considers factors including the victim's views, the nature of the offense, prior serious or violent offenses, danger to the community, the weight of the evidence, family ties, employment, financial resources, character, mental condition, length of residence, record and history of court appearances. Conditions can include supervision by a designated person, travel or contact restrictions, a cash deposit, weapons/alcohol/drug bans and reporting; electronic monitoring and no-contact orders are mandatory for certain sexual and domestic-violence felonies. Ariz. Const. art. 2, § 22; A.R.S. § 13-3967 What happens after an arrest.
Can a conviction for revenge porn (sharing intimate images) be removed from my record in Arizona?
Each state sets its own rules for sealing or expunging records. See Arizona expungement and record sealing rules.

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.