ARS 13-2924: Unlawful solicitation of tort victims
The complete text of A.R.S. § 13-2924 on unlawful solicitation of tort victims, what the State has to prove, and the sentencing range, with a violation charged as a class 1 misdemeanor and exposure reaching up to 6 months in jail.
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What the State Must Prove Under § 13-2924
A.R.S. § 13-2924 is the Arizona statute on unlawful solicitation of tort victims. The statute sets out 3 ways the offense can be committed. A violation is a class 1 misdemeanor, depending on the paragraph charged and what the State can prove. The maximum exposure is 6 months in jail.
A. Except as otherwise provided by law, a person commits unlawful solicitation of a tort victim if the person knowingly does any of the following at the scene of any accident that may result in a civil action, criminal action or claim for tort damages by or against another person:
- Solicits a tort victim if the person receives or expects to receive compensation as a result of the solicitation.
- Offers or provides compensation to another person for the solicitation of a tort victim.
- Requests or accepts compensation for the solicitation of a tort victim.
The State must prove every element of the paragraph it actually charged, beyond a reasonable doubt. Which paragraph appears on the complaint decides what the case is about, and it is the first thing to check.
Penalties for a § 13-2924 Conviction
| Class | Maximum jail | Maximum fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 misdemeanor | 6 months | $2,500 |
Felony ranges are set by A.R.S. § 13-702(D) and apply to a first felony conviction that is not dangerous and not repetitive. A dangerous offense (§ 13-704), a repetitive offense (§ 13-703) or a dangerous crime against children (§ 13-705) carries a longer range, and some carry mandatory prison with no probation. Misdemeanor maximums come from §§ 13-707 and 13-802; surcharges are added on top of every fine.
Full Text of A.R.S. § 13-2924
A. Except as otherwise provided by law, a person commits unlawful solicitation of a tort victim if the person knowingly does any of the following at the scene of any accident that may result in a civil action, criminal action or claim for tort damages by or against another person:
1. Solicits a tort victim if the person receives or expects to receive compensation as a result of the solicitation.
2. Offers or provides compensation to another person for the solicitation of a tort victim.
3. Requests or accepts compensation for the solicitation of a tort victim.
B. This section does not prohibit or restrict any of the following:
1. The solicitation of motor vehicle repair or storage services by a towing company.
2. Police, fire or emergency medical personnel who are engaged in activity which is within the normal scope of duty for their respective occupation or profession.
3. The tort victim from communicating with the tort victim’s insurer regarding the investigation of a claim or settlement of any property damage claim.
C. The tort victim may void any contract, agreement or obligation that is made, obtained, procured or incurred in violation of this section.
D. A person who violates this section is guilty of a class 1 misdemeanor.
E. For the purposes of this section:
1. “Compensation” means the direct or indirect promise or payment of any fee, salary, wage, commission, bonus, rebate, refund, dividend or discount.
2. “Solicit” or “solicitation” means directly or indirectly either:
(a) Touting, promoting, recommending, suggesting or offering services or goods to a tort victim.
(b) Selecting, obtaining or procuring services or goods for a tort victim.
3. “Tort victim” means any of the following:
(a) A person whose property has been damaged as a result of any accident that may result in a civil action, criminal action or claim for tort damages by or against another person.
(b) A person who has been injured or killed as a result of any accident that may result in a civil action, criminal action or claim for tort damages by or against another person.
(c) A parent, guardian, spouse, sibling or child of a person who has died as a result of any accident that may result in a civil action, criminal action or claim for tort damages by or against another person.
Source: Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2924, Arizona Legislative Council revision of 09/19/25. Read the official text on azleg.gov. Statutes change; verify the current version before relying on it.
Related Statutes in Chapter 29 — Offenses Against Public Order
- A.R.S. § 13-2923 — Stalking
- A.R.S. § 13-2922 — Interference with transmissions on public safety land mobile radio frequencies
- A.R.S. § 13-2926 — Abandonment or concealment of a dead body
- A.R.S. § 13-2921 — Harassment
- A.R.S. § 13-2921.01 — Aggravated harassment
- A.R.S. § 13-2927 — Unlawful feeding of wildlife
- A.R.S. § 13-2920 — Advertisements and required preamble message for telephone information services
- A.R.S. § 13-2928 — Unlawful stopping to hire and pick up passengers for work
How Tamou Law Group Defends § 13-2924 Cases
A § 13-2924 case is decided by the paragraph the State charged, not by the statute as a whole. We start with the charging document and the disclosure, identify which subsection the prosecutor has to prove, and test whether the evidence actually reaches every element of it. Where the class turns on a fact such as value, an alleged injury, a prior conviction or the identity of the person involved, that fact is frequently the difference between a class 1 misdemeanor and something far less serious, and it is where these cases are won.
We handle unlawful solicitation of tort victims cases across Maricopa County and statewide, from our Scottsdale and Phoenix offices. Call 623-321-4699 any time, or read the statute in full above before you speak to anyone about the case.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is A.R.S. § 13-2924?
A.R.S. § 13-2924 is the Arizona statute on unlawful solicitation of tort victims. A violation is a class 1 misdemeanor, and which class applies depends on the paragraph charged and the facts the State can prove.
Is a violation of § 13-2924 a felony in Arizona?
No. Under the statute a violation is a class 1 misdemeanor, so the exposure reaches up to 6 months in jail. The paragraph charged and the facts decide which class applies.
What is the maximum penalty for a class 1 misdemeanor?
A.R.S. 13-707 caps jail at 6 months for a class 1 misdemeanor and A.R.S. 13-802 caps the fine at $2,500, before surcharges. A judge may also impose probation and other conditions.
Where can I read the official text of § 13-2924?
The Arizona Legislature publishes it at azleg.gov, in the revision dated 09/19/25. The complete text is reproduced on this page, and every Arizona criminal statute is searchable on our Arizona Criminal Code index.
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