J.D. v. Hegyi

OPINION

SWANN, Judge.

¶ 1 In this special action, we hold that a parent of a minor victim may no longer refuse a defense interview under A.R.S. § 13-4433(G) once the victim turns 18 years old. However, in keeping with the statutory mandate to “liberally eonstrue[] [the Victims’ Rights Implementation Act] to preserve and protect the rights to which victims are entitled,” A.R.S. § 13-4418, we further hold that even after the victim turns 18, the victim’s parent cannot be compelled to reveal any information received while the victim was still a minor.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

¶ 2 Real Party in…