Certain laws in Arizona may apply to romantic relationships and dating scenarios. Various circumstances are viewed as illegal if they meet the definition of sexual exploitation, harassment or manipulation. One example is “sugar dating,” which refers to various dating arrangements characterized by one older, wealthy spouse and one young spouse in need of financial assistance…. read more
Read More“Sexting,” or sending sexually explicit text messages or images, is not a crime in Arizona when it takes place between two consenting adults. However, if sexts are sent to or from a minor under the age of 18 or one of the adults does not consent to receive a sext message, it could be considered… read more
Read MoreThe psychological and emotional effects of being falsely accused of a sex crime can be devastating. Methods to help you cope can make this difficult time more bearable and give you greater hope for your future. If you need legal help and representation from a high-quality sex crime defense lawyer after being falsely accused, contact… read more
Read MoreHuman trafficking is a serious problem in Arizona, as the state’s proximity to Mexico, Las Vegas and California makes it a preferred area for this type of criminal activity. For this reason, Arizona has harsh laws against human trafficking and severe penalties for those convicted of this crime. What Is Human Trafficking? Human trafficking is… read more
Read MoreOctober 13, 2026 | Assault & Violent Crimes
Arizona does not use one statute of limitations for every sexual offense. Under ARS 13-107, certain class 2 felonies in Arizona’s sexual-offense and sexual-exploitation chapters may be prosecuted at any time. Other felony offenses generally have a seven-year limitation period, while misdemeanors generally have a one-year period. The correct deadline depends on the precise offense,… read more
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