Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 13-2912 – Unlawful introduction of disease or parasite; classification

A. It is unlawful for a person to knowingly introduce into this state a disease or parasite of animals or poultry that constitutes a threat to:
1. 1. Livestock or poultry industry in this state.
2. 2. Human health.
3. 3. Human life.
B. This section does not apply to research conducted by government or educational institutions.
C. A violation of subsection A:
1. 1. Paragraph 1 is a class 5 felony.
2. 2. Paragraph 2 is a class 4 felony.
3. 3. Paragraph 3 is a class 2 felony.