Arizona Laws 16-1022. Campaign finance violations; classification
A. It is unlawful for a corporation, limited liability company or labor organization to make a contribution to a candidate committee. A corporation, limited liability company or labor organization that violates this subsection is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor. The individual through whom the violation is effected is guilty of a class 6 felony. This subsection does not apply to a committee that is incorporated or organized for limitation of liability.
Attorney's Note
Under the Arizona Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 6 felony | up to 1 1/2 years | up to $150,000 |
| Class 2 misdemeanor | up to 4 months | up to $750 |
Terms Used In Arizona Laws 16-1022
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
- including: means not limited to and is not a term of exclusion. See Arizona Laws 1-215
- Person: includes a corporation, company, partnership, firm, association or society, as well as a natural person. See Arizona Laws 1-215
B. It is unlawful for any person to make a contribution in the name of another person, knowingly permit a person’s name to be used to effect a contribution in the name of another person or knowingly accept a contribution made by a person in the name of another person. A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a class 6 felony.
C. It is unlawful for any person to make a contribution or expenditure using money or anything of value secured by physical force, job discrimination or financial reprisal, including threats of any force, discrimination or reprisal. A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a class 6 felony.
D. It is unlawful for any person to make a contribution or expenditure using dues, fees or other monies required as a condition of membership in a labor organization or as a condition of employment. A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a class 6 felony.