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HB 4035

superior court judges; petitions; addresses

57th Legislature - Second Regular Session Introduced by Selina Bliss

HB 4035 permits Arizona superior court judges to petition for home address confidentiality in public records citing security concerns.

House Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 4035

Legislative bill overview

HB 4035 allows Arizona superior court judges to petition the court to keep their home addresses confidential in public records. The bill creates a process where judges can request address redaction from judicial records and other publicly available documents, citing security and safety concerns.

Why is this important

Judicial officers can face security threats, harassment, or stalking due to their official duties. Allowing address confidentiality protects judges' personal safety while they perform their constitutional role. However, this involves balancing judicial security against public access to government records and potential transparency concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Judicial transparency vs. privacy: Critics may argue that limiting public access to judge information undermines government transparency and accountability, even for legitimate security reasons
  • Scope of redaction: Questions about which records should be redacted (voter registration, property records, court documents) and whether the process could be misused or expanded
  • Consistency with other officials: Debate over whether similar protections should apply equally to prosecutors, law enforcement, or other public officials who face comparable risks

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

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