Rule 29.1 Grounds; Notice
VII. Post–Verdict Proceedings | Rule 29. Setting Aside a Conviction
Rule Text
(a) Generally. A person who has completed probation or a sentence may apply in writing to the court to set aside a conviction under A.R.S. § 13-905. The court must provide a person with written notice of this opportunity at the time of sentencing.
(b) Sex Trafficking Victims. Under A.R.S. § 13-909, a sex trafficking victim may apply in writing to the court to vacate the victim's conviction under A.R.S. § 13-3214, or a city or town ordinance that has the same or substantially similar elements.
Amendment history: Added Aug. 31, 2017, effective Jan. 1, 2018. Amended and effective on an emergency basis Aug. 9, 2017, adopted on a permanent basis Jan. 1, 2018. Amended on an emergency basis June 15, 2018, effective Aug. 3, 2018, adopted on a permanent basis Dec. 13, 2018. Amended on an emergency basis, effective Aug. 27, 2019, adopted on a permanent basis Dec. 12, 2019; amended on an emergency basis Aug. 22, 2024, effective Sept. 14, 2024, permanently adopted Dec. 3, 2024, effective Jan. 1, 2025.