Arizona has enacted House Bill 2749, a new law that gives some people with first-time felony convictions a path to have their convictions treated as class 1 misdemeanors. The bill was signed by Governor Katie Hobbs on June 4, 2026, after passing through the Arizona Legislature.
HB 2749 does not apply to every felony conviction. It creates a narrow second-chance option for certain people convicted of lower-level, non-dangerous felonies who complete their sentence, meet court requirements, and avoid later disqualifying convictions.
What Does HB 2749 Do?
HB 2749 adds a new section to Arizona law, A.R.S. § 13-604.01. Under the
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