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HB 2594

family court; address confidentiality

57th Legislature - Second Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Fink and 1 co-sponsor

Arizona bill restricts public access to residential addresses in family court cases, allowing parties to use alternative contact addresses for enhanced privacy and safety protection.

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Bill Summary · HB 2594

Legislative bill overview

HB 2594 establishes address confidentiality protections for parties involved in family court proceedings in Arizona. The bill restricts public access to residential addresses in divorce, custody, and other family law cases, allowing parties to use alternative addresses (such as attorney offices or post office boxes) for court documents instead.

Why is this important

Family court cases often involve sensitive domestic situations where one party may face safety risks from the other party or their associates. Shielding residential addresses from public court records helps protect vulnerable individuals—particularly in cases involving domestic violence, stalking, or child custody disputes—while maintaining the public's general right to access court proceedings.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy vs. Public Records Access: Opponents may argue that sealed addresses limit transparency and public oversight of court proceedings, while proponents contend safety concerns outweigh this consideration
  • Implementation Complexity: Courts and legal professionals must establish procedures to manage confidential address systems without creating administrative burdens or inconsistent practices across jurisdictions
  • Scope Limitations: Questions remain about which family law cases qualify for protection and whether the protections apply equally to all parties or only those demonstrating specific threats

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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