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This bill introduces new sentencing provisions for criminal offenses committed against vulnerable adults in Arizona. Specifically, the bill mandates that if a person aged 18 or older is convicted of a felony offense where the victim is a vulnerable adult (as defined in section 13-3623), they will face significant sentencing restrictions and enhancements. Offenders will be ineligible for sentence suspension, probation, pardons, or early release until their full sentence is served. Additionally, the bill requires mandatory sentence increases: three years will be added to the sentence for class 4, 5, or 6 felonies, and five years will be added for class 2 or 3 felonies. These additional years are to be imposed on top of any other applicable sentence enhancements, effectively creating stricter penalties to protect vulnerable adults from criminal victimization. The goal appears to be providing extra legal protection for adults who may be more susceptible to abuse or exploitation due to physical or mental limitations.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82608