🌵 Arizona Victim Rights & Resources
If you are a survivor of abuse, crime, or professional misconduct in the state of Arizona, this guide provides pathways to help you understand your rights, file complaints, and connect with compensation and support services.
🚫 This guide is not a substitute for legal advice. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or reach out to a crisis hotline listed on our Support and Help page. While we strive to provide accurate, current information, laws and agency procedures may change. Always verify details directly with official sources or consult a licensed attorney in your area.
📜 Your Rights Under Arizona Law
Arizona’s Constitution includes a Victims’ Bill of Rights (Proposition 105), granting:
- The right to be treated with fairness, respect, and dignity
- The right to be notified of and present at court proceedings
- The right to confer with prosecutors
- The right to restitution
- The right to be heard at sentencing or post-conviction release hearings
🔗 Arizona Attorney General – Victims’ Rights
📂 Public Records & Documentation
Victims may request:
- Police incident reports
- Audio or video from 911 calls or body cams
- Court filings
💡 Reference Arizona Public Records Law. Request records in writing and document all submissions.
🏥 Requesting Medical Records
Under Arizona and federal law, you can request:
- Your own medical records
- A child’s records (if authorized)
- Records of a deceased individual (with appropriate documentation)
🔗 HIPAA Complaint Filing – HHS.gov
🧑⚕️ Reporting Licensed Healthcare Providers
Arizona Medical Board (Physicians, PAs):
https://www.azmd.gov
Arizona State Board of Nursing:
https://www.azbn.gov
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners:
https://www.azbbhe.us
Arizona Department of Health Services (Healthcare Facilities):
https://www.azdhs.gov
⚠️ Always keep records of complaints and save confirmation emails or letters.
💰 Victim Compensation in Arizona
The Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) administers compensation to victims of violent crime.
Covered expenses may include:
- Medical and dental care
- Counseling services
- Lost wages or support
- Funeral and burial costs
- Crime scene cleanup
Eligibility Requirements:
- Report the crime within 72 hours
- Cooperate with law enforcement
- Submit application within 2 years (exceptions for minors or good cause)
🔗 Arizona Criminal Justice Commission – Victim Compensation 📞 Local contacts are listed by county on the ACJC site
🤝 VOCA-Funded Services in Arizona
Arizona VOCA funds are distributed through local victim assistance programs.
🔗 Arizona Department of Public Safety – VOCA 📞 General Info: (602) 223-2000
No matter your story, you have rights. The Novel Advocate is here to make sure you’re seen, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
🏜️ Even the harshest desert blooms again. Arizona survivors — your voice matters more than they ever expected.
