Bill > HB2061

This bill establishes a new right for individuals to request a jury trial in administrative proceedings, which are legal hearings conducted by government agencies outside of traditional court systems. The bill allows a person to remove an administrative proceeding to either superior court or justice court, depending on the monetary amount in controversy. Specifically, for monetary cases under $10,000, a person can request a jury trial in justice court, while larger cases would be moved to superior court. The bill defines an administrative proceeding as a government-initiated action where either more than $20 is at stake or a significant liberty interest is involved, and which is not already in another court system. Additionally, the bill creates a specific provision for sworn peace officers, allowing them to request a jury trial in disciplinary proceedings that could result in suspensions longer than one month or termination. The legislation emphasizes that this new jury trial right does not limit or diminish existing jury trial rights in other legal contexts, and it aims to provide individuals with greater procedural protections in administrative proceedings.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81727