This bill would allow prosecutors to charge individuals with conspiracy for planning or joining a riot, even if no violent act has taken place—simply agreeing to participate could be enough. It updates Arizona’s definitions of conspiracy, racketeering, and riots. Under this bill, anyone who conspires, plans, or participates in a riot involving violence, threats, or significant property damage could face felony charges. Riot-related offenses would also be classified as racketeering, allowing them to be prosecuted alongside serious crimes like robbery, extortion, or trafficking.
