13-106. Death of convicted defendant; dismissal of appellate and postconviction proceedings A. On a convicted defendant's death, the court shall dismiss any pending appeal or postconviction proceeding. B. A convicted defendant's death does not abate the defendant's criminal conviction or sentence of imprisonment or any restitution, fine or assessment imposed by the sentencing court.
Arizona Legal Code
§ 13.106
Source: https://www.azleg.gov/ars/13/00106.htm· Version 2026