Arizona Revised Statutes (Limited Jurisdiction Civil Law)

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In Arizona, how does the prevailing market rate influence the determination of attorney fees awarded according to ARS Title 12, Section 50?

  • It is disregarded in favor of a fixed hourly rate, uniformly applied across all cases to simplify fee calculations.
  • It serves as the sole determinant for the amount of attorney fees awarded, irrespective of other factors.
  • It acts as a benchmark to assess the reasonableness and quality of the services provided, influencing the final fee award. (correct)
  • It establishes a ceiling for attorney fees, ensuring they do not exceed the prevailing market rates for similar services.

Consider a scenario where a prevailing party has agreed to pay their attorney $400 per hour in Arizona. According to ARS Title 12, Section 50, what is the maximum hourly rate that can be used to calculate the attorney fees awarded?

  • $400, as this is the rate agreed upon by the prevailing party and their attorney.
  • An amount determined by the court, based on the complexity of the case and the attorney's expertise.
  • $350, because this is the statutory limit for attorney fees per hour. (correct)
  • The prevailing market rate, regardless of the agreed-upon rate or statutory limit.

What is the significance of the annual adjustment of income dollar amounts by the attorney general, as it relates to maximum awards, according to ARS Title 12, Section 50?

  • It provides a mechanism for the courts to adjust the total amount of attorney fees awarded in each case, based on its individual merits.
  • It ensures that the statutory limits on attorney fees remain constant, unaffected by inflation or economic changes.
  • It adjusts the thresholds for maximum awards, potentially increasing or decreasing them based on current economic conditions. (correct)
  • It allows for a periodic revision of the hourly rate for attorney fees, reflecting changes in the legal market.

In a lawsuit against a county in Arizona that proceeds through the initial trial and one level of judicial appeal, what is the maximum total amount of attorney fees that can be awarded against the county, according to ARS Title 12, Section 50?

<p>$250,000, accounting for the initial trial and one level of appeal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the limitations on attorney fees under ARS Title 12, Section 50, specifically the $350 per hour cap and the $125,000 limit per level of judicial appeal against governmental entities, affect the strategic decisions of attorneys and clients in litigation within Arizona?

<p>These limitations may influence the types of cases attorneys are willing to take and the extent of litigation pursued, particularly against governmental entities, due to potential constraints on recoverable fees. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-543, what pivotal event triggers the commencement of the three-year statute of limitations for pursuing relief based on fraud or mistake?

<p>The moment the aggrieved party gains actual knowledge of the specific facts that constitute the fraud or mistake. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-543 address the accrual of a cause of action involving open accounts, specifically for determining the applicability of the statute of limitations?

<p>The open account remains actionable as long as any item within it was incurred within three years of commencing legal action. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Imagine a scenario where a debt, not documented by a written contract, was incurred on January 1, 2020. If legal action is initiated on March 1, 2023, how would ARS 12-543 apply?

<p>The action is impermissible because the three-year statute of limitations for unwritten debts under ARS 12-543 has expired. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-543, how are 'mutual and current accounts as concern the trade of merchandise between merchant and merchant' treated differently from regular stated or open accounts?

<p>Mutual accounts have no difference to regular stated or open accounts. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a party discovers they were defrauded in a real estate transaction four years after the transaction occurred, but only one year after a forensic audit revealed the fraud, can they still bring a claim under ARS 12-543, and why?

<p>Yes, because the discovery rule tolls the statute of limitations until the fraud is actually discovered, making the claim timely. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-548, how does the statute of limitations apply to a debt action founded on a written contract executed within Arizona when there is a conflict with another jurisdiction's statute of limitations?

<p>Arizona's six-year statute of limitations applies, superseding any conflicting statute of limitations from another jurisdiction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a credit card debt, as defined in ARS 13-2101, paragraph 3, subdivision (a), is subject to a statute of limitations conflict between Arizona and another state, which statute of limitations prevails according to ARS 12-548?

<p>Arizona's six-year statute of limitations always prevails, regardless of conflicts with other jurisdictions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider a scenario where a contract was signed in Arizona, but performance was intended to occur in another state with a shorter statute of limitations for debt. If a debt action is brought in Arizona, how does ARS 12-548 apply?

<p>Arizona's six-year statute of limitations applies because the contract was executed in Arizona. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-548 impact the strategic decision-making of a creditor when pursuing a debt owed on a written contract executed in Arizona, especially if the debtor has moved to a state with a shorter statute of limitations?

<p>The creditor can take advantage of Arizona’s six-year statute of limitations, potentially providing more time to file suit than if the debtor still resided in Arizona. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of credit card debt litigation under ARS 12-548, what strategic implications arise for a debt buyer who purchases debt originating from another state but now seeks to litigate in Arizona?

<p>The debt buyer automatically benefits from Arizona's six-year statute of limitations upon filing suit in Arizona, irrespective of the contract's origin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances, according to the provided legal context, is a justice court mandated to retain all rent money paid while awaiting a final judgment?

<p>If the tenant asserts a habitability issue as an affirmative defense or has filed a counterclaim regarding habitability. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action can the party who initially won a judgment for possession take if the opposing party, who is seeking to delay the execution of the judgment, fails to pay rent on the agreed-upon date during the appeal process?

<p>Move the justice court to lift the stay of the execution of the judgment for possession. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cases where a judgment involves a finding of a material and irreparable breach under specific sections of the law, how quickly must the justice court conduct a hearing on a motion to lift the stay of execution of the writ of restitution?

<p>Within three days, treating it as an emergency matter, with adjustments for weekend or holiday conflicts. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a party seeking to delay the execution of a judgment for money damages, what specific requirement must they fulfill regarding a supersedeas bond?

<p>File a supersedeas bond in the amount of the judgment, including costs and attorney fees, as fixed by the court. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if a party fails to pay rent on time during the appeal, after seeking to delay the execution of a judgment for possession?

<p>The party in whose favor the judgment was issued may move the justice court to lift the stay of execution of the judgment for possession. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1179, if a party intends to appeal a justice court's judgment to the superior court in Arizona, what specific action must they take within five calendar days after the judgment?

<p>File a notice of appeal with the justice court, initiating the appeal process. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1179, what recourse does a party have if they are unable to afford the bond for costs on appeal when appealing a judgment from justice court?

<p>The party can file a notice of appeal along with an affidavit of inability to pay, which may then be challenged by other parties. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 12-1179, what is the primary function of a supersedeas bond when appealing a judgment from justice court?

<p>It stays the execution of the judgment, whether for possession or money damages, pending the outcome of the appeal. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1179, how does a tenant seeking to stay the execution of a judgment for possession during an appeal fulfill their ongoing rental obligations?

<p>By continuing to pay rent to the clerk of the justice court on each periodic rental due date during the appeal. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1179, if parties fail to agree on the amount of the supersedeas bond, what action should the justice court take?

<p>The justice court will hold a hearing to determine the amount of the bond. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1179 affect the timeline for appealing a justice court decision if a party files a motion to set aside the judgment?

<p>The time to appeal is not extended or otherwise affected by the filing of a motion to set aside or vacate the judgment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In an appeal from justice court to superior court under ARS 12-1179, what is the consequence if the appellant fails to file the required cost bond after the justice court sustains objections to their affidavit of inability to pay?

<p>The appellant forfeits the right to appeal unless they file the bond (or a lesser amount ordered by the court) within five court days thereafter. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1179 regarding appeals from justice court to superior court, if an appellant needs to stay both a judgment for possession and a judgment for money damages, what specific bonding requirements must they meet?

<p>File separate supersedeas bonds: one covering rent accruing until the next periodic rental date, plus costs and attorney fees (if any), and another covering the money damages. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where a party applies to compel arbitration under ARS 12-1502(A), what is the court's procedural obligation if the opposing party genuinely disputes the existence of an arbitration agreement?

<p>The court shall summarily determine the issue of the agreement's existence and order arbitration if the agreement is found valid. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1502, what is the procedural outcome when a court finds that there is no agreement to arbitrate after an application to stay arbitration proceedings?

<p>The court orders a stay of the arbitration proceeding. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1502, if an action pending in court involves an issue referable to arbitration, where should the application to compel arbitration be filed?

<p>In the court where the action or proceeding is already pending. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1502 address the interplay between a court action involving an issue subject to arbitration and an application for arbitration?

<p>The court action is stayed, either entirely or with respect to the severable issue subject to arbitration, upon application for arbitration. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1502, under what grounds can an order for arbitration be refused?

<p>An order for arbitration cannot be refused based on the claim's lack of merit or because fault or grounds for the claim have not been shown. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598, which action by a creditor, after notification of a debtor's intent to participate in debt scheduling by a qualified organization, will ensure the creditor is not subject to the debt scheduling agreement?

<p>Objecting in writing to the debt scheduling participation within fifteen days after receiving the notice. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598, if a person is participating in debt scheduling through a qualified organization, under what circumstances is the agreement immediately terminated?

<p>Failure to make a payment within fifteen days of its due date as required by the agreement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method of communication, as defined by ARS 12-1598, does not qualify as 'deliver' to a recipient?

<p>Sending a document via certified mail with return receipt requested. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1598 define 'disposable earnings'?

<p>The amount remaining from gross earnings after deductions required by state and federal law. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598, which of the following forms of compensation would not be classified as 'earnings'?

<p>Dividends received from stock investments. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition, as it relates to debt agreements, would an agreement not be considered an 'effective agreement' according to ARS 12-1598?

<p>If an act of termination, as defined within the statute, has occurred. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the significance of 'good faith' in the context of ARS 12-1598?

<p>Honesty in fact in the conduct or transaction concerned. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During debt scheduling, what happens if a creditor is not properly notified about a person's intent to participate, as required under ARS 12-1598?

<p>The creditor retains the right to pursue legal action to recover the full debt amount, unrestrained by the debt scheduling agreement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.01, under what condition do earnings transform into 'monies' subject to garnishment regulations distinct from earnings?

<p>Upon disbursement by the employer, excluding disbursements into pension or retirement funds. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario exemplifies a garnishment that falls outside the purview of ARS 12-1598.01, based on the nature of the debt?

<p>Garnishment of funds held in a savings account on behalf of the judgment debtor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1598.01 delineate the treatment of corporate shares owned by a judgment debtor in the context of garnishment proceedings?

<p>Corporate shares are explicitly excluded from garnishment under this statute when the garnishee is the corporation itself. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a garnishment action, if a garnishee possesses both earnings and other monies belonging to a judgment debtor, how does ARS 12-1598.01 dictate the legal approach?

<p>The provisions of this article apply only to the portion of the indebtedness that constitutes earnings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.01, what distinguishes 'earnings' from 'monies' in the context of garnishment, and how does this distinction impact the applicability of the statute?

<p>'Earnings' are pre-disbursement funds, while 'monies' are post-disbursement, impacting which garnishment rules apply. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what specific circumstance is a justice of the peace authorized to issue a writ of garnishment of earnings, according to ARS 12-1598.02?

<p>Only when the party seeking the writ is a judgment creditor in an action before that court. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.02, which court official possesses the authority to issue writs of garnishment of earnings?

<p>Clerk of the court, justice of the peace, or city or town magistrate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what precise conditions can a city or town magistrate issue a writ of garnishment of earnings, as stipulated by ARS 12-1598.02?

<p>Only for nonpayment of fines, fees, sanctions, and restitution imposed in their court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In situations where a judgment creditor seeks to garnish the earnings of a debtor, what fundamental condition must be met before the clerk of the court can issue the writ, according to ARS 12-1598.02?

<p>The judgment creditor must be a party to the action in which the writ is sought. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1598.02 specifically limit the power of a city or town magistrate regarding the issuance of writs of garnishment of earnings?

<p>It confines their authority to cases involving nonpayment of penalties directly imposed by their court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the application for a writ of garnishment for earnings, what information regarding a debt scheduling agreement must be included to comply with ARS 12-1598.03?

<p>A statement that the judgment creditor has not received notice of the judgment debtor's intent to enter into a debt scheduling agreement with a qualified debt counseling organization. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.03, what action by a judgment debtor invalidates the basis for a judgment creditor to apply for a writ of garnishment for earnings?

<p>The judgment debtor agrees and continues to pay the nonexempt portion of their wages until the judgment is satisfied. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes sufficient demand for payment by the judgment creditor, as required before applying for a writ of garnishment under ARS 12-1598.03?

<p>The judgment creditor must provide evidence that they made a demand for payment of the amount adjudged due, which the judgment debtor has not paid. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.03, which scenario would permit a judgment creditor to proceed with an application for a writ of garnishment despite the judgment debtor's involvement in debt scheduling?

<p>If the judgment creditor was notified that the debt scheduling agreement is no longer in effect. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of applying for a writ of garnishment for earnings under ARS 12-1598.03, how should the applicant accurately represent the outstanding balance due on the judgment?

<p>The applicant must provide the amount of the outstanding balance on the date the application is made, inclusive of interest, accrued attorney fees if allowed, and allowable costs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a clerk of court, justice of the peace, or city magistrate fails to immediately issue a writ of garnishment after a proper application per ARS 12-1598.03, what recourse does the judgment creditor have, considering the statute's directive?

<p>The judgment creditor can seek a peremptory order from the Superior Court compelling the clerk, justice of the peace, or magistrate to issue the writ immediately. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 12-1598.04, what is the legal consequence if the writ of garnishment states an incorrect interest rate on the judgment balance?

<p>The writ is void <em>ab initio</em> and must be reissued with the correct interest rate, potentially affecting the priority of the garnishment lien. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.04, if a judgment creditor serves the writ of garnishment and related documents on the garnishee via certified mail with return receipt requested, but the return receipt is signed by someone other than the garnishee or their authorized agent, is that service considered valid?

<p>No, service is invalid because the statute requires service in the manner required for a summons by rules of the court in civil matters, necessitating personal service on the garnishee or authorized agent. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Suppose a judgment creditor fails to deliver a copy of the writ and the initial notice to the judgment debtor within the mandated three-day period as per ARS 12-1598.04(D). What is the most likely consequence of this failure?

<p>The judgment debtor can petition the court to quash the writ of garnishment, potentially leading to the release of any garnished funds. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In garnishment proceedings, if the caption of pleadings incorrectly identifies the 'judgment creditor' as the 'judgment debtor' and vice versa, what is the potential consequence under ARS 12-1598.04(E)?

<p>The misidentification may lead to confusion and prejudice, potentially rendering the pleadings defective and subject to dismissal or amendment by the court. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After a writ of garnishment has been served, what is the garnishee's legal obligation regarding the nonexempt earnings statement as dictated by ARS 12-1598.04(C)?

<p>The garnishee is required to complete the nonexempt earnings statement and serve it on both the judgment creditor and the judgment debtor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judgment creditor obtains a writ of garnishment but is uncertain of the garnishee's authorized agent for service. According to best practices derived from ARS 12-1598.04, what preemptive step should the judgment creditor take to ensure proper service?

<p>Contact the garnishee directly to ascertain the identity and contact information of the authorized agent before attempting service. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a judgment creditor is serving a writ of garnishment on a large corporation with multiple locations, how should the 'name and address of the garnishee or his authorized agent' be specified under ARS 12-1598.04(B)(2) ensure proper legal compliance?

<p>The writ must specify the exact branch or office location where the judgment debtor is employed, along with the name of a specific individual designated to accept service at that location. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.05, how does the service of a writ of garnishment initially affect a judgment debtor's nonexempt earnings?

<p>It establishes a lien on the nonexempt earnings, preventing the garnishee from remitting them until a court order is issued. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.05, under what circumstance is a garnishee permitted not to withhold earnings from a judgment debtor after being served with a writ of garnishment?

<p>If those earnings were paid to the judgment debtor on a payday falling within three days, not including weekends and holidays, after the service date. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.05, under what condition does a writ of garnishment on nonexempt earnings become ineffective, leading to its release?

<p>When the circumstances set forth in section 12-1598.10, subsection D occur, which would cause it to be quashed, released, or ineffective. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.05, what is the procedural requirement for a garnishee to begin remitting withheld earnings to the judgment creditor?

<p>An order of the court must be entered pursuant to section 12-1598.10. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.05, what is the duration of the lien on a judgment debtor's nonexempt earnings initiated by a writ of garnishment, in the absence of a continuing lien order?

<p>The lien is valid for forty-five days after the filing of the garnishment answer, unless a continuing order is entered. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.06, how many days does a garnishee have to respond to a writ of garnishment, regardless of the court in which it was issued?

<p>Ten days (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1598.06 ensure uniform compliance among different court levels regarding the response time required from a garnishee?

<p>It mandates a standard ten-day response period, irrespective of whether the writ is issued by the Superior, Justice, or Municipal Court. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where a garnishee is served with a writ of garnishment from the justice court but mistakenly believes the response deadline is dictated by superior court rules, how does ARS 12-1598.06 clarify the appropriate course of action?

<p>The garnishee is required to adhere to ARS 12-1598.06, which uniformly mandates a response within ten days of service, regardless of the issuing court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a garnishee receives a writ of garnishment issued by a municipal court on July 1st, what is the latest date by which the garnishee must submit their answer, according to ARS 12-1598.06?

<p>July 11th (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the mandated response timeframe in ARS 12-1598.06 impact the procedural strategy of a judgment creditor who suspects a garnishee may be attempting to delay the garnishment process?

<p>It provides a defined period during which the judgment creditor can anticipate the garnishee's response, allowing for timely planning and preventing undue delays. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judgment debtor files a written objection to a nonexempt earnings statement 12 days after receiving it, citing a recently discovered miscalculation. How will the court likely proceed according to ARS 12-1598.07?

<p>The court may consider the objection if the judgment debtor demonstrates 'good cause' for the late filing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A hearing is scheduled on an objection to a writ of garnishment. On the day of the hearing, the objecting party introduces a new ground for objection not mentioned in their initial written request. Under ARS 12-1598.07, how should the court proceed?

<p>The court may continue the hearing if 'good cause' is shown, considering the rights of the judgment debtor and need for a swift resolution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judgment debtor requests a continuance for their hearing on an objection to a garnishment. According to ARS 12-1598.07, which factor should the court prioritize when deciding whether to grant the continuance?

<p>The judgment debtor's need for additional time to gather evidence, balancing it with the necessity for a prompt decision. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A court schedules a hearing on an objection to a garnishment 16 days after receiving the request, citing administrative delays. Under ARS 12-1598.07, what is the most likely outcome?

<p>The hearing is invalid unless the judgment debtor requested the continuance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a hearing regarding an objection to a writ of garnishment, the court finds that the judgment debtor raised the objection solely to delay the proceedings. According to ARS 12-1598.07, what is the potential consequence regarding attorney fees?

<p>The judgment debtor will be responsible for the judgment creditor's attorney fees, as well as their own. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a prevailing judgment creditor is awarded costs and attorney fees due to a judgment debtor's objection, what standard does ARS 12-1598.07 set for determining the amount?

<p>The amount must be reasonable, as determined by the court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A party files an objection to a garnishment and delivers the form to all parties involved. How soon before the hearing must the court notify the parties of the hearing date and time, according to ARS 12-1598.07?

<p>At least two business days before the hearing. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is required of a party objecting to a garnishment, answer, or nonexempt earnings statement under ARS 12-1598.07?

<p>Filing the objection on a specific court-approved form and delivering a copy to all parties. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A garnishee's answer to a writ of garnishment of earnings must include which of the following elements to be considered complete under ARS 12-1598.08?

<p>A sworn statement, signed by the garnishee, providing true responses to the writ's inquiries, with each judgment debtor addressed individually if there are multiple, and including details on existing wage assignments. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a garnishee is unable to ascertain the judgment debtor's identity despite earnest efforts, what specific documentation must be included in the answer, in compliance with ARS 12-1598.08?

<p>A declaration under oath detailing the steps taken to verify the judgment debtor's identity, including the reasons for the unsuccessful determination. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.08, what requirements govern the delivery of the garnishee's answer to the judgment debtor and judgment creditor after a writ of garnishment of earnings has been served?

<p>The garnishee must deliver a copy of the answer to the judgment creditor (or their attorney) and a copy of the answer along with a 'notice to judgment debtor and request for hearing' form to the judgment debtor, stating the delivery's time and manner in the answer. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.08, which of the following best describes the permissible legal representation for a garnishee when filing an answer to a writ of garnishment of earnings?

<p>All garnishees, including corporate entities, may file the answer without legal representation from an attorney. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cases where a judgment debtor is subject to an existing wage assignment, garnishment, or levy, what specific information must the garnishee provide in their answer to the writ of garnishment of earnings, as required by ARS 12-1598.08?

<p>The garnishee is required to provide the name, address, and telephone number of the judgment creditor associated with the pre-existing wage assignment, garnishment or levy. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions, according to ARS 12-1598.09, is a court required to discharge a garnishee in a garnishment action?

<p>The garnishee neither employed the judgment debtor at the time of service nor anticipated owing earnings within sixty days, and no timely objection is filed. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a garnishee states in their answer that they are unable to determine the identity of the judgment debtor after a good faith effort, what additional condition must be met, as per ARS 12-1598.09, for the court to discharge the garnishee?

<p>No written objection is timely filed to the garnishee's answer. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A garnishee answers that they do not currently employ the judgment debtor. However, they anticipate owing the judgment debtor earnings within the next 30 days. According to ARS 12-1598.09, under what circumstance would the court still be compelled to discharge the garnishee?

<p>A written objection is not timely filed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judgment creditor believes a garnishee's claim of inability to identify the judgment debtor is made in bad faith. What procedural step must the judgment creditor take to prevent the garnishee's discharge under ARS 12-1598.09?

<p>File a timely written objection to the garnishee's answer. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following service of a writ, the garnishee provides an answer stating they do not employ the judgment debtor and will not owe earnings within the next 60 days. Before the court can discharge the garnishee under ARS 12-1598.09, what prerequisite regarding potential objections must be satisfied?

<p>The 10-day window for filing a written objection must have elapsed with no objection filed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a garnishment action, if a judgment debtor who is not subject to restricted school year paydays leaves their employment with the garnishee for 75 days, what is the immediate legal consequence according to ARS 12-1598.09?

<p>The writ of garnishment on nonexempt earnings becomes ineffective, requiring its release. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a judgment creditor voluntarily releases a garnishment, what impact does this action immediately have on the garnishee's obligations regarding the judgment debtor's earnings, as defined by ARS 12-1598.09?

<p>The garnishee is immediately discharged from any further liability on the garnishment and must release any held earnings. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where a court of competent jurisdiction, including U.S. Bankruptcy Court, stays garnishment proceedings, what specific action must the garnishee take regarding the judgment debtor's earnings according to ARS 12-1598.09?

<p>The garnishee is obligated to cease withholding earnings due to the stay. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a garnishee answers to a writ, and no objections are filed within 45 days, and a continuing lien order is not entered, what action must the garnishee take concerning any earnings held, according to ARS 12-1598.09(E)?

<p>Release the earnings to the judgment debtor and be discharged from any liability on the garnishment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.09(F), if a court determines that a judgment debtor is subject to the 25% maximum disposable earnings provision, what is the minimum percentage of nonexempt earnings that the court can order to be withheld under a continuing lien, given clear and convincing evidence of extreme economic hardship?

<p>Fifteen percent, balancing economic hardship with debt repayment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, if a garnishee's answer reveals the judgment debtor is an employee and no timely objection is filed, what must the court order upon application by the judgment creditor?

<p>The court must order the nonexempt earnings withheld by the garnishee be transferred to the judgment creditor and establish a continuing lien against the judgment debtor’s nonexempt earnings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.10, what specific determinations must a court make at a hearing following a timely objection to a writ of garnishment?

<p>The court must determine whether the writ is valid, the outstanding judgment amount, the judgment debtor's employment status with the garnishee, whether earnings were owed within sixty days of the writ, and whether the debt was subject to an effective debt scheduling agreement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, if a court affirmatively determines the writ is valid, the judgment debtor is employed by the garnishee, and the debt is not subject to an effective debt scheduling agreement, what action must the court take?

<p>The court must order the nonexempt earnings withheld by the garnishee to be transferred to the judgment creditor and establish a continuing lien against the judgment debtor's nonexempt earnings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.10, under what circumstance is a continuing lien on earnings deemed invalid and of no force?

<p>If the underlying judgment is satisfied in full, vacated, or expires. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.10, what condition must exist regarding the garnishee's obligations to the judgment debtor for the court to consider ordering a continuing lien on earnings?

<p>The garnishee must have either currently owe earnings to the judgment debtor, or expect to owe earnings within sixty days after the writ was served. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, what is the immediate next step for the court if a timely objection to the writ or the garnishee's answer is filed?

<p>The court must conduct a hearing pursuant to section 12-1598.07. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, what action should the court take if it determines that the debt was subject to an effective agreement for debt scheduling between the judgment debtor and a qualified debt counseling organization at the time of service of the writ?

<p>Order the garnishee discharged from the writ. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a judgment creditor applies for the court to order a continuing lien against the nonexempt earnings of the judgment debtor per ARS 12-1598.10, what condition related to objections must be satisfied?

<p>There must be no timely written objection to the writ or the answer of the garnishee filed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.09, which circumstance must lead to the release of garnished earnings and discharge of the garnishee, assuming no objections were filed and a continuing lien order was not entered within 45 days of the garnishee's answer?

<p>The garnishee holds earnings but the judgment debtor declares bankruptcy, imposing an automatic stay. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.09(F), under what specific condition can a court reduce the garnishment amount below 10% of disposable earnings for a judgment debtor already subject to the ten percent maximum disposable earnings provision under section 33-1131, subsection B?

<p>If the judgment debtor's family would suffer extreme economic hardship as a result of the garnishment, based on clear and convincing evidence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.09, a judgment debtor employed by a school district operates under a contract specifying that paydays are restricted to the school year. If the judgment debtor does not earn any nonexempt earnings for a continuous 100-day period during the summer break, what is the legal consequence?

<p>The writ of garnishment automatically terminates, and the garnishee is discharged unless the judgment creditor obtains a new writ. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.09(E), if no objections are filed to the garnishee's answer within 45 days, and a continuing lien order is not entered, what specific action must the garnishee take regarding any earnings held during that period?

<p>Release the earnings to the judgment debtor and be discharged from any liability on the garnishment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.09(F), if a judgment debtor is subject to the 10% maximum disposable earnings provision due to a prior garnishment and successfully demonstrates extreme economic hardship, what is the lowest percentage the court can order to be withheld from nonexempt earnings under a continuing lien?

<p>Five percent, based on clear and convincing evidence of extreme economic hardship. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, if a garnishee's answer indicates that the judgment debtor is their employee, and no timely objection is raised, what must the court mandate upon the judgment creditor's request?

<p>The court must order the nonexempt earnings withheld by the garnishee be transferred to the judgment creditor and establish a continuing lien against the judgment debtor's future nonexempt earnings. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.10, what specific factors must a court ascertain during a hearing that follows a timely filed objection to a writ of garnishment?

<p>The validity of the writ, the outstanding judgment amount, the judgment debtor’s employment status with the garnishee, whether earnings were owed or would be owed within sixty days, and the existence of an effective debt scheduling agreement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, if the court confirms the writ's validity, the judgment debtor's employment by the garnishee, and determines the debt is not under an effective debt scheduling agreement, which action must the court mandate?

<p>The court must order the nonexempt earnings withheld be transferred to the judgment creditor and implement a continuing lien against the judgment debtor's future nonexempt earnings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, if a judgment creditor applies for a continuing lien order and the garnishee's answer has been filed without a timely objection, what standard is applied for ordering transfer of nonexempt earnings?

<p>The court must order that the nonexempt earnings, if any, withheld by the garnishee after service of the writ be transferred to the judgment creditor, who is entitled to such monies subject to the judgment debtor's right to objection and hearing pursuant to this article. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.10, what action must the court take regarding the garnishment proceedings if it determines that the debt was subject to an effective agreement for debt scheduling between the judgment debtor and a qualified debt counseling organization at the time the writ was served?

<p>The court shall order the garnishee discharged from the writ. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.10, in a garnishment hearing following a timely objection, what guidance does the statute provide regarding the relevance or impact of the judgment debtor's financial hardship?

<p>While the statute mandates specific determinations, at a later stage, the court may consider the judgment debtor's financial hardship to reduce the percentage of earnings garnished. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.10, under what circumstances concerning the employment of a judgment debtor is a court required to order that the garnishee be discharged from a writ of garnishment?

<p>If the garnishee's answer indicates that the judgment debtor was not an employee when the writ was served nor would be owed earnings within sixty days thereafter, or if the debt was subject to an effective debt scheduling agreement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judgment creditor applies for a continuing lien order under ARS 12-1598.10. The garnishee's answer indicates the judgment debtor is an employee, but states that the judgment debtor voluntarily quit two days after the writ was served. No objection was filed. How should the court proceed?

<p>The court must order the garnishee to hold any earnings owed to the judgment debtor from the period of employment after the writ was served, then discharge the garnishee. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.11, what is the garnishee's ongoing responsibility regarding the nonexempt earnings statement once a continuing lien on nonexempt earnings is in effect?

<p>To complete the nonexempt earnings statement for each pay period, delivering it to both the judgment debtor with their exempt earnings and to the judgment creditor or their attorney. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.11, how should the judgment creditor ensure the garnishee can fulfill their obligations concerning nonexempt earnings statements and request for hearing forms?

<p>The judgment creditor is obligated to provide the garnishee with sufficient copies of the necessary forms, unless notified that the garnishee will provide their own. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.11, what action triggers the filing of the nonexempt earnings statement with the court?

<p>A timely objection filed by either party regarding the amount withheld. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following the entry of a continuing lien order under ARS 12-1598.10, what specific action is the garnishee required to take for each subsequent pay period, according to ARS 12-1598.11?

<p>Deliver the nonexempt earnings to the judgment creditor or their attorney along with the nonexempt earnings statement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1598.11 ensure transparency and fairness throughout the garnishment process involving continuing liens on nonexempt earnings?

<p>By requiring the garnishee to deliver the nonexempt earnings statement simultaneously to both the judgment debtor and judgment creditor, allowing each party to be informed of the withholding. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.12, what is the timeframe within which a judgment creditor must provide a written report to the garnishee and judgment debtor while a continuing lien order is in effect?

<p>Within twenty-one days after the end of each calendar quarter. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.12, under what specific circumstance is a judgment creditor required to shift from quarterly reporting to more frequent reporting to the garnishee and judgment debtor?

<p>When the outstanding balance on the judgment falls to $500 or less due to payments received from the garnishee. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.12, if the judgment creditor fails to inform the garnishee that the judgment has been satisfied and the garnishee continues to withhold earnings, what potential recourse does the judgment debtor have against the judgment creditor, while considering the creditor's duty to take reasonable action?

<p>The judgment debtor may have grounds to claim damages against the judgment creditor for failing to promptly notify the garnishee. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 12-1598.12, what is the initiating date for the first reporting period, which the judgment creditor must include in the written report to the garnishee and judgment debtor?

<p>The date the writ of garnishment was served. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.12, which specific piece of information regarding incurred costs must be included in the judgment creditor's report to the garnishee and judgment debtor?

<p>The total amount of interest, attorney fees, and costs accrued during the reporting period. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.12, what 'reasonable action' is the judgment creditor explicitly directed to take if the remaining balance on the judgment is less than double the amount of nonexempt earnings received in the preceding two pay periods?

<p>Direct a written notice to the garnishee or their authorized representative. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.12, after the underlying judgment is satisfied, which party, in addition to the garnishee and judgment debtor, is entitled to receive a copy of the satisfaction or release of the writ, assuming they have taken a specific action?

<p>Any creditor who has delivered a written request for such a notice to the judgment creditor or the judgment creditor's attorney. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.12, after the underlying judgment is satisfied, what specific document must the judgment creditor file with the clerk of the court?

<p>A satisfaction or release of the writ. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can a court find a garnishee in contempt for failing to comply with a written demand related to a garnishment, according to the statutes?

<p>If the failure to comply with the written demand within fourteen days was <em>wilful</em> or the result of <em>gross negligence</em>. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the event a court finds a garnishee in contempt for wilful non-compliance or gross negligence, what remedies or penalties is the judgment creditor entitled to receive?

<p>Compensation for actual losses, reasonable attorney fees, court costs, and potentially up to $400 at the court's discretion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a court determines that a petition filed against a garnishee is without merit during a hearing related to garnishment compliance, what recourse does the statute provide to parties adversely affected by said petition?

<p>The court may award reasonable attorney fees to any party adversely affected by the petition, if represented by an attorney at the hearing. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What legal avenues, if any, remain available to a party involved in garnishment proceedings beyond those specifically outlined in the governing statutes?

<p>Parties may have access to common law remedies, in addition to the statutory provisions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions is a garnishee protected from liability to the judgment debtor for actions taken in reliance on a garnishment?

<p>If the garnishment is regular on its face, allowing the garnishee to conclusively rely on its validity and authenticity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a garnishee fails to provide a timely answer to a writ of garnishment, what procedural steps can the party who issued the writ take to compel a response, and what are the potential consequences for the garnishee?

<p>The party may petition the court for an order requiring the garnishee to appear and answer. Failure to comply can result in a default judgment and attorney's fees. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the event a garnishee fails to answer a writ of garnishment within the specified timeframe, and the petitioning party incurs attorney fees to compel a response, under what circumstances can the court award these attorney fees?

<p>Attorney fees can be awarded if the writ was not answered within the specified time, and a petition requiring the garnishee to appear or answer was filed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum amount, explicitly stated, a court can award a judgment creditor, beyond compensation for actual losses, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs, when a garnishee is found in contempt for wilful or grossly negligent failure to comply with a garnishment demand?

<p>The court may award up to $400. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical factor determining the judgment creditor's liability for contempt under ARS 12-1598.13(A) when failing to meet their duties?

<p>Whether the failure to comply was due to mistake, inadvertence, or excusable neglect. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.13(B), what standard of culpability must a garnishee's actions meet to be held in contempt for failing to deliver nonexempt earnings?

<p>Willful misconduct or gross negligence in failing to deliver earnings. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.13(C), what initial condition must be met before a judgment creditor can seek relief from the court due to a garnishee's failure to deliver nonexempt earnings?

<p>A written demand for the nonexempt earnings and related statement must be delivered to the garnishee, and the garnishee must fail to comply within fourteen days. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario under ARS 12-1598.13(A) where a judgment creditor's failure to comply was deemed not due to mistake, inadvertence, or excusable neglect, what is the minimum monetary penalty the court must impose?

<p>An additional amount of not less than $100 to compensate for the failure. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a judgment debtor successfully petitions the court for relief under ARS 12-1598.13(B) due to the garnishee's willful failure to deliver nonexempt earnings, what is the maximum additional amount the court may award to the judgment debtor?

<p>An additional amount not to exceed $400, at the court's discretion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.13, what is a key difference in the consequences for a judgment creditor's failure to comply with their duties versus a garnishee's failure to comply?

<p>The judgment creditor's failure is assessed based on mistake or excusable neglect, while the garnishee's is based on willfulness or gross negligence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.13(C), assuming an order of continuing lien is in effect: if a garnishee delivers a written demand on Monday, November 6th, for a nonexempt earnings statement and payment, by what date must the garnishee comply to avoid the judgment creditor petitioning the court for relief?

<p>November 20th, fourteen days from the demand delivery. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What common element is consistently awarded to the petitioner, regardless of whether the judgment creditor or the garnishee is found in contempt under ARS 12-1598.13?

<p>Reimbursement for all documented actual losses caused by the failure to comply. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.14, how is the priority of conflicting wage garnishments and levies typically determined?

<p>According to the time of service, with earlier service dates having higher priority, except as otherwise provided. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.14, how do wage assignments for support of a person rank in priority relative to other garnishments and levies?

<p>They are superior to garnishments and levies that are not for the support of a person. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.14, what condition invalidates a judgment creditor's lien on earnings if multiple writs of garnishment are in effect?

<p>If the judgment creditor fails to recover any nonexempt earnings for two consecutive paydays due to priority rules. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.14, what action must a garnishee take when a judgment creditor's lien is invalidated due to the creditor recovering no nonexempt earnings for two consecutive paydays?

<p>The garnishee must notify the judgment creditor whose lien is invalidated that their lien is no longer in effect. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 12-1598.14 address the scenario where a judgment debtor is subject to multiple garnishments, including one for support and another for a standard debt?

<p>The support garnishment takes priority; however, in this case, the standard creditor’s lien on the earnings is not necessarily rendered invalid. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.15, how are the costs of a garnishment proceeding allocated if the garnishee is discharged based on their answer?

<p>The costs, including reasonable compensation to the garnishee, are taxed against the judgment creditor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.15, if a garnishee is held based on their answer and no written objection is filed, against whom are the attorney fees and costs taxed?

<p>Attorney fees and costs are taxed against the judgment debtor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a situation where a written objection is filed against the garnishee's answer or nonexempt earnings statement, how does ARS 12-1598.15 dictate the allocation of attorney fees and costs?

<p>The attorney fees and costs shall abide the issue. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.15, if there is no objection filed to the answer of the garnishee, what is the maximum amount of costs that can be awarded, excluding costs of service and the cost of issuance of the writ?

<p>The maximum amount of awarded costs is $50. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.15, during the effect of a continuing lien, what amount may a garnishee deduct from the nonexempt earnings of the judgment debtor each pay period for preparing and delivering the nonexempt earnings statement, and what happens if there are insufficient nonexempt earnings to cover this?

<p>The garnishee may deduct $5 each pay period; any remaining amount when the writ becomes invalid is chargeable against the judgment creditor, not the judgment debtor. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a garnishee is discharged based on their answer, who bears the cost of the garnishment proceeding, inclusive of reasonable compensation due to the garnishee, according to ARS 12-1598.15?

<p>The judgment creditor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.15, what is the consequence regarding attorney fees and costs if a written objection is filed against the garnishee's answer or the nonexempt earnings statement?

<p>The ultimate allocation of attorney fees and costs is dependent on the outcome of the issue. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Assuming no written objection is made to the garnishee's answer and the garnishee is held on their submitted answer, how are attorney fees and costs allocated according to ARS 12-1598.15?

<p>Attorney fees are allowed per ARS 12-1598.03, paragraph 3, and costs are as provided in subsection A, and they are taxed against the judgment debtor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In situations where no objection is lodged against the garnishee's answer, what is the ceiling on the costs that can be imposed, according to ARS 12-1598.15?

<p>Costs shall not exceed $50, excluding service costs and the cost of issuance of the writ. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a continuing lien is active, ARS 12-1598.15 permits the garnishee to deduct a certain amount each pay period for preparing and delivering the nonexempt earnings statement; what happens if the nonexempt earnings are insufficient to cover this fee when the writ becomes invalid?

<p>The amount is chargeable against the judgment creditor, not the judgment debtor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a judgment debtor does not receive a paycheck or a nonexempt earnings statement during debt scheduling, what must they do to request a hearing?

<p>Deliver a completed request for hearing form to the court clerk, garnishee, and judgment creditor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a judgment debtor believes the amount withheld from their earnings is excessive, according to what standard can they request a hearing?

<p>If they believe the amount withheld is greater than allowed by law or the garnishment is invalid. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Regarding a judgment debtor's opportunity to request a hearing after receiving the garnishee's answer, under what specific condition can a request be made later than the standard ten-day limit?

<p>If the judgment debtor can demonstrate 'good cause' for the delayed filing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After a judgment debtor submits a request for a hearing, what specific timeframe does the court or justice of the peace have to set the hearing date?

<p>Within ten days of the date the request was submitted. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedural obligation of the court following a judgment debtor's request for a hearing, beyond setting a hearing date?

<p>To notify the judgment debtor, judgment creditor, and garnishee of the hearing's date, time, and place. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.16, what is the obligation of a justice court regarding the provision of garnishment-related forms to involved parties?

<p>The court must provide copies of specified documents to the parties at no cost upon request. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a judgment debtor asserts that the 'Initial notice to judgment debtor' form they received lacked a section explaining exemption rights as mandated by ARS 12-1598.16, what is the likely legal implication?

<p>The writ could be deemed invalid due to non-compliance with the prescribed form requirements. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 12-1598.16, what constitutes the minimum required content for the 'Initial notice to judgment debtor' form, as prescribed by the supreme court?

<p>An explanation of the judgment debtor's rights, responsibilities, and information on exemption rights, grounds for objecting to the writ, and hearing procedures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal consequence if the 'Initial Notice to Judgment Debtor' includes all elements mandated by ARS 12-1598.16 but deviates slightly from the exact Supreme Court-prescribed format?

<p>The notice remains valid as long as it <em>substantially</em> conforms to the Supreme Court's prescribed form. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12-1598.16, if a judgment debtor alleges they did not receive the 'Answer form' along with the 'Initial Notice to Judgment Debtor,' what recourse does the judgment debtor have, assuming proof of proper service of other required documents?

<p>The judgment debtor can request the court to mandate the judgment creditor to provide the missing 'Answer form'. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 12-1598.16, which document outlines the rights of the judgment debtor with respect to the garnishment procedure?

<p>The initial notice to judgment debtor and request for hearing form. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judgment debtor receives an 'Initial notice to judgment debtor' that accurately details exemption rights and objection procedures but fails to include a physical 'form' on which to request a hearing. Does this omission violate ARS 12-1598.16?

<p>Yes, the statute mandates the inclusion of a physical form for requesting a hearing. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given the requirements of ARS 12-1598.16, what strategic action should a judgment creditor's attorney take if they suspect the court clerk is not providing the mandatory forms to the judgment debtor?

<p>The judgment creditor's attorney should personally ensure the judgment debtor receives all required forms to preempt potential legal challenges. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a civil case, if a defendant asserts an affirmative defense, what standard of proof is required for the defendant to succeed on that defense?

<p>Preponderance of the evidence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-205, how are justification defenses under chapter 4 of Title 13 categorized, and what is their effect on conduct that would otherwise be an offense?

<p>Justification defenses are not affirmative defenses; instead, they describe conduct that, if justified, does not constitute criminal or wrongful behavior. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a defendant presents evidence of justification under chapter 4 of Title 13, what is the prosecution's burden of proof regarding the defendant's actions?

<p>The state must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant did not act with justification. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 13-205 address the interplay between the defendant's presentation of justification evidence and the statutory presumptions outlined in ARS 13-411(C) and ARS 13-503?

<p>ARS 13-205 explicitly states that it does not affect the presumptions contained in ARS 13-411(C) and ARS 13-503. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a civil dispute involving allegations of tortious conduct, the defendant claims self-defense, presenting evidence suggesting they acted to protect themselves from imminent harm. How does ARS 13-205 delineate the burdens of proof, considering self-defense falls under justification defenses?

<p>The defendant only needs to present evidence of self-defense, at which point the burden shifts to the plaintiff to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant did not act with justification; self-defense does not require the defendant to initially satisfy any standard of proof. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Arizona, how does the legal definition of 'domestic violence' under ARS 13-3601 extend beyond physical acts of violence to include other offenses?

<p>It encompasses a range of enumerated offenses, including threats, property damage, and certain forms of endangerment, when directed against specific individuals related to the offender. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what specific condition does ARS 13-3601 classify an act as 'domestic violence' based on the relationship between the victim and the defendant?

<p>If the victim and defendant are related by blood to a former spouse of the defendant and reside in the same household. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3601, what considerations are relevant in determining if a past or present 'romantic or sexual relationship' qualifies an act as domestic violence?

<p>The type, length, and frequency of the interaction, and if terminated, the time since termination. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 13-3601, which scenario exemplifies a situation NOT considered 'domestic violence'?

<p>An act of vandalism by a former employee against their employer's property. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601, what latitude does a peace officer have in making an arrest for domestic violence?

<p>They may arrest with or without a warrant if they have probable cause to believe domestic violence has occurred and the person to be arrested committed it. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3601, what is insufficient justification for a peace officer to effect an arrest for domestic violence?

<p>The officer has a reasonable suspicion, but lacks probable cause, that domestic violence has occurred. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 13-3601 define the scope of qualifying relationships for domestic violence beyond immediate family ties?

<p>It extends to those related by blood or court order as a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother, or sister or by marriage, encompassing a broader range of in-laws and step-relatives. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601, which element is critical for an offense to be classified as domestic violence when evaluating a romantic or sexual relationship?

<p>The nature of the connection must align with criteria indicative of a romantic or sexual relationship, as assessed through factors like relationship type, length, and interaction frequency. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition is a peace officer prohibited from arresting a person suspected of domestic violence, even with probable cause, according to the statute?

<p>If the officer has reasonable grounds to believe the victim will be protected from further injury without an arrest. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a domestic violence case involving the use of a deadly weapon, under what specific circumstance can a peace officer arrest both parties present at the scene?

<p>If the officer has probable cause to believe that both parties <em>independently</em> committed an act of domestic violence. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a peace officer temporarily seize a firearm from a premises during a domestic violence call, even without a warrant?

<p>If the firearm is in plain view or found pursuant to a consent to search, and the officer reasonably believes it would expose the victim or another person in the household to a risk of serious bodily injury or death. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a peace officer seizes a firearm during a domestic violence call, what specific information must the receipt provided to the owner or possessor include?

<p>The identification or serial number, or other identifying characteristic, of each seized firearm. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action must the prosecutor take if there is reasonable cause to believe that returning a seized firearm to its owner or possessor may endanger the victim?

<p>File a notice of intent to retain the firearm in the appropriate court, serving notice to the owner/possessor that it will be retained for no more than six months. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Within how many days of a firearm owner or possessor's request for a hearing regarding a seized firearm must the court hold that hearing?

<p>10 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific information must be included on any indictment, information, complaint, summons, or warrant issued in a case involving domestic violence?

<p>A statement that the offense involved domestic violence, designated by the letters DV. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In addition to standard release conditions, what must an order for release (with or without bond) for a person arrested for domestic violence include?

<p>Pretrial release conditions necessary to provide for the protection of the alleged victim <em>and</em> other specifically designated persons. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a peace officer responds to a domestic violence call, what information must the officer provide to any alleged or potential victim in writing?

<p>The procedures and resources available for the protection of the victim, including information on orders of protection, emergency numbers, and local resources. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the statute, in cases involving domestic violence, when may the court increase the sentence of the convicted offender?

<p>If the victim was pregnant at the time of the commission of the offense. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A peace officer responds to a domestic violence call and observes a firearm in plain view. The firearm is owned by the victim. Under what condition can the officer seize the firearm?

<p>Unless there is probable cause to believe that both parties independently have committed an act of domestic violence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A prosecutor files a notice of intent to retain a seized firearm, believing its return may endanger the victim. What recourse does the firearm owner/possessor have upon receiving this notice?

<p>They may request a hearing for the return of the firearm, to dispute the grounds for seizure, or to request an earlier return date. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person is arrested for domestic violence. Which of the following best describes the application of release procedures for this person?

<p>The release procedures under section 13-3883, subsection A, paragraph 4 and section 13-3903 are not applicable to arrests made pursuant to this subsection. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal consequence if issued paperwork in a domestic violence case fails to state that the offense involved domestic violence and fails to designate it with the letters DV?

<p>A domestic violence charge shall not be dismissed or a domestic violence conviction shall not be set aside for failure to comply with this requirement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the statute, can a peace officer ever be held civilly liable for failing to make an arrest in a domestic violence situation?

<p>Failure to make an arrest does not give rise to civil liability except pursuant to section 12-820.02. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a judge deems alternative sanctions more appropriate for a repeat misdemeanor domestic violence offender in Arizona, what condition must be met according to ARS 13-3601.01?

<p>The judge must document the specific reasons for deviating from the treatment program requirement in the court record. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.01, if a person convicted of a misdemeanor domestic violence offense is employed, what is the most stringent restriction a court can impose regarding their continued employment while serving a jail sentence?

<p>The person may continue employment for no more than twelve hours a day, five days a week. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Arizona, according to ARS 13-3601.01, what is the financial responsibility of a person ordered to complete a domestic violence offender treatment program?

<p>The person ordered to treatment must pay the cost of the program. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.01, which entity does not have the authority to provide a domestic violence offender treatment program?

<p>A private, for-profit counseling center not affiliated with the court or any government entity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3601.01, what specific criteria must an organization meet to be recognized as a 'qualified organization' authorized to conduct debt scheduling?

<p>The statute does not specify qualification criteria for debt scheduling organizations within the context of domestic violence offenses. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.01, what factors should a judge primarily consider when evaluating whether 'alternative sanctions are more appropriate' than a domestic violence offender treatment program for a repeat offender?

<p>The severity of the current offense, the offender's prior criminal history (beyond domestic violence offenses), and the potential for rehabilitation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a person is convicted of a misdemeanor domestic violence offense and the court orders supervised probation under ARS 13-3601.01, what specific assessments are the court explicitly authorized to conduct?

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According to ARS 13-3601.01, if a judge allows a person convicted of a misdemeanor domestic violence offense to continue their employment or studies while incarcerated, what is the operational criterion to facilitate this allowance?

<p>The person is employed or is a student and can <em>continue</em> the person's employment or studies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.02, which factor is the sole determinant when applying the 84-month provision for aggravated domestic violence offenses?

<p>The dates of commission of the offenses, irrespective of the order of commission. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3601.02, for prior convictions of misdemeanor domestic violence to qualify as predicate offenses for aggravated domestic violence, what specific condition must be met?

<p>The prior misdemeanor offenses must have been committed on or after January 1, 1999. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.02, if a person is convicted of aggravated domestic violence and has two prior domestic violence convictions within 84 months, what is the minimum mandatory jail sentence they must serve before becoming eligible for probation?

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According to ARS 13-3601.02, a conviction for aggravated domestic violence requires a minimum of three qualifying domestic violence offenses within 84 months. Which scenario would not be counted towards the minimum?

<p>Multiple convictions arising from a single act or series of interconnected actions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an individual has prior convictions for domestic violence offenses in both state A and state B, how does ARS 13-3601.02 determine whether these out-of-state convictions can be used to enhance a subsequent domestic violence charge to aggravated domestic violence in Arizona?

<p>The out-of-state convictions must be for offenses that, if committed in Arizona, would constitute a domestic violence offense. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.02, what is the key difference in sentencing stipulations between an individual with two prior domestic violence offenses within 84 months, compared to someone with three or more prior offenses within the same timeframe?

<p>The individual with two prior offenses must serve a minimum of four months in jail, while the individual with three or more prior offenses must serve a longer minimum of eight months in jail, before becoming eligible for probation, pardon, or commutation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 13-3601.02 classify aggravated domestic violence, specifying its range of severity within the Arizona criminal code?

<p>Class 5 Felony (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An individual is charged with aggravated domestic violence, but the prosecution seeks to introduce evidence of a prior domestic violence conviction from another state. According to ARS 13-3601.02, what foundational element must the prosecution establish to ensure the admissibility of this out-of-state conviction?

<p>The out-of-state conviction record is valid as a domestic violence committed in Arizona. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.02, how are prior convictions for misdemeanor domestic violence offenses treated when determining aggravated domestic violence?

<p>Only misdemeanor convictions for offenses committed on or after January 1, 1999, are applicable. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3601.02, what is the determining factor for applying the 84-month provision in cases of aggravated domestic violence?

<p>The dates of the commission of the offenses, irrespective of the order of convictions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an individual has two prior convictions for domestic violence offenses within 84 months, and is subsequently convicted of aggravated domestic violence under ARS 13-3601.02, what is the minimum jail time they must serve?

<p>Not less than four months in jail. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.02, what is the classification of the crime of aggravated domestic violence?

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Under ARS 13-3601.02, if a person has been convicted of three prior domestic violence offenses within 84 months, what is the minimum jail time required upon a subsequent conviction for aggravated domestic violence?

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For the purposes of determining aggravated domestic violence under ARS 13-3601.02, which of the following scenarios would NOT count as a third or subsequent violation?

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According to ARS 13-3601.02, when considering prior convictions for domestic violence offenses to determine aggravated domestic violence, which of the following are considered?

<p>Convictions of domestic violence offenses from other states, U.S. federal courts, and tribal courts, if they would be violations in Arizona. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3601.02, if an individual is convicted of aggravated domestic violence, what sentencing restrictions apply regarding probation, pardon, commutation, suspension of sentence, or release if they have three or more prior domestic violence convictions within 84 months?

<p>They are not eligible for any form of early release until serving a minimum of eight months in jail. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where an individual is temporarily incapacitated and unable to file for an order of protection, what procedural requirement must a judicial officer satisfy before allowing a third party to act on behalf of the plaintiff, according to ARS 13-3602?

<p>Determine the appropriateness of the requesting party. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3602, what specific criterion must a petition for an order of protection meet regarding the statement of domestic violence, and how does this requirement impact the petitioner's legal strategy?

<p>The petition must provide a specific statement, including dates, of the alleged domestic violence, thereby establishing a factual basis for the order. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3602, how does the statute balance public access to court records with the privacy concerns of a plaintiff seeking an order of protection, particularly regarding their address and contact information?

<p>The statute requires the plaintiff's address and contact information to be maintained in a court-accessible database but restricts public access unless ordered by the court, thereby prioritizing plaintiff safety. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance, according to ARS 13-3602, is the juvenile division of the superior court specifically required to grant an order of protection, differentiating its role from other courts?

<p>When the requested order of protection is against a person who is less than twelve years of age, necessitating specialized jurisdiction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3602, how can the existence of a pending action for paternity between the parties influence the court's consideration of a petition for an order of protection?

<p>It must be disclosed in the petition, potentially influencing the court's assessment of the parties' relationship and the need for protection. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3602, if a petitioner has previously sought an order of protection against the same defendant in a different court, what information concerning that prior proceeding must be included in the new petition?

<p>The name of the court in which any prior or pending proceeding or order was sought or issued concerning the conduct that is sought to be restrained must be stated. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering the provisions of ARS 13-3602, what strategic considerations should an attorney advise a client who is seeking an order of protection on behalf of their minor child, particularly regarding the naming of parties in the petition?

<p>The attorney should advise naming the parent, guardian, or custodian as the plaintiff and the minor as a specifically designated person, aligning with statutory requirements. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 13-3602 affect the authority of different courts within Arizona to issue or enforce orders of protection, particularly concerning the location of the involved parties?

<p>The statute permits any court in the state to issue or enforce an order of protection, notwithstanding the location of the plaintiff or defendant, expanding accessibility. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an order of protection is issued by a superior court judge, which entity is primarily responsible for serving the order?

<p>The sheriff or constable of the county where the defendant can be served. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a party under an order of protection requests a hearing, and exclusive use of the home was awarded, what is the maximum timeframe within which the hearing must be held, barring extenuating circumstances?

<p>Five days from the request date. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Within what timeframe must the affidavit or return of service for an order of protection be filed with the clerk of the issuing court?

<p>As soon as practicable, but not later than 72 hours, excluding weekends and holidays. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if an order of protection is not served on the defendant within one year from the date it is issued?

<p>The order expires. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific information must an ex parte order of protection include, according to the provided legal context?

<p>A statement of the defendant's entitlement to a hearing on written request and the judicial office's name and address where the request can be filed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long is an order of protection effective after it has been served on the defendant?

<p>Two years from the date of service. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action must a court take after a hearing requested by a party under an order of protection or restrained from contact?

<p>May modify, quash, or continue the order. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What authority does a peace officer have when they have probable cause to believe a person has violated section 13-2810 by disobeying an order of protection?

<p>The peace officer may arrest the person, with or without a warrant. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What presumption applies to a copy of an order of protection for enforcement purposes under section 13-2810 regarding its validity and existence?

<p>It is presumed to be a valid existing order of the court for two years from the date of service on the defendant, whether or not registered. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Suppose a correctional officer, acting in their official capacity, serves an order of protection. How does this service rank in priority compared to other process serving?

<p>It has priority over other service of process that does not involve an immediate threat to the safety of a person. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following an arrest for violating an order of protection, what stipulations apply to the release of the arrested individual?

<p>The release order must include pretrial release conditions necessary to protect the alleged victim and may include other appropriate conditions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action must the court issuing an order of protection take concerning the order's information after the affidavit of service has been filed?

<p>Enter the order and proof of service into the supreme court's central repository for orders of protection within twenty-four hours, excluding weekends and holidays and register the order with the national crime information center.. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal basis for a peace officer to arrest someone who has disobeyed an order of protection?

<p>The officer must have probable cause to believe the person violated section 13-2810, regardless of whether the violation occurred in the officer's presence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If exclusive use of a home is awarded in an order of protection, under what specific condition can additional hearings be held at any time?

<p>If there is a change in circumstances related to the primary residence, upon written request of a party. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the supplemental information form used in conjunction with an order of protection?

<p>To provide information solely for the purpose of service of process on the defendant. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key criterion for a peace officer to avoid civil or criminal liability when making an arrest related to a protective order?

<p>Acting on probable cause and without malice. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which court should an order of protection case be initiated if a divorce case between the parties is already pending?

<p>Superior Court (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a lower court issues a protective order, what action should the court take if it is revealed a divorce case is pending in Superior Court?

<p>Forward all pertinent paperwork to the Superior Court for consolidation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition is a municipal or justice court allowed to hold a hearing regarding an ex parte order of protection, despite a pending superior court action?

<p>If the hearing was requested before the municipal or justice court received written notice of the pending superior court action. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What standard dictates whether another state's protection order related to domestic violence should be enforced?

<p>Whether the issuing court had jurisdiction and the respondent had notice and an opportunity to be heard. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is a mutual order of protection not entitled to full faith and credit?

<p>When the court does not make specific findings supporting the entitlement of both parties to the order or the respondent didn't file a cross-petition. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of a 'protection order' under ARS, in terms of the types of orders it encompasses?

<p>Any order, civil or criminal, issued to prevent violent acts, harassment, or contact, excluding support or child custody orders. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What recourse is available to a party affected by an order entered by a justice court or municipal court after a noticed hearing, according to the statute?

<p>Appeal to the Superior Court, regardless of the amount in controversy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering post-decree proceedings in family law, what criteria defines whether such a proceeding is 'pending' for the purposes of determining jurisdiction over an order of protection?

<p>A judgment, decree, or order finally determining the post-decree proceeding has not been entered. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conditions need to be met for a peace officer to rely on a protection order copy from another state, U.S. territory, or tribal court?

<p>The order was given to the officer by any source, and the officer acts in good faith. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the liability of a peace officer who, acting in good faith, enforces a protection order that is later found to be invalid?

<p>The officer is not civilly or criminally liable for enforcing the protection order. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the scenario where a peace officer arrests an individual for violating a protective order, what is the standard used to determine if the officer can be held liable for their actions?

<p>The officer's actions are judged based on the information that was reasonably available to them at the time, irrespective of subsequent findings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A municipal court erroneously issues a protective order while a dissolution of marriage action is already pending in superior court. What impact does this error have on the validity of the protective order?

<p>The protective order is not automatically invalidated merely because it was issued by a lower court during a pending action in a higher court. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After a hearing with proper notice to all parties, under what condition can the court order one party to pay the costs of the action, including reasonable attorney fees?

<p>If the court determines that doing so is equitable and just under the circumstances. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility does a custodial agency have upon the release of an arrested individual who is subject to a protective order?

<p>To make reasonable efforts to notify the victim and any other specifically designated persons in the protective order who requested notification. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In determining whether to issue an order of protection without a further hearing, what standard of proof must the court find, based on the plaintiff's pleadings and evidence, including electronic harassment?

<p>Reasonable cause to believe the defendant may commit or has committed an act of domestic violence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a defendant has a history of domestic violence, under what circumstances can a court consider incidents outside of the default one-year timeframe when deciding whether to issue an order of protection?

<p>If the court finds that good cause exists to consider a longer period. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the statute, which factor cannot be included when calculating the relevant timeframe for determining whether a prior act of domestic violence warrants an order of protection?

<p>Terms of incarceration served by the defendant. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific requirement must be adhered to if a party who was granted exclusive possession of a residence under an order of protection subsequently moves out?

<p>They must file a notice in writing with the court within five days after moving out. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate procedural step the court must take after receiving notification that the plaintiff, who was granted exclusive use of the residence in an Order of Protection, has moved out?

<p>Provide notice to the defendant regarding the plaintiff's move and the defendant’s right to request a hearing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what specific condition is a court permitted to prohibit a defendant from possessing or purchasing a firearm as part of an order of protection?

<p>If the court finds that the defendant is a credible threat to the physical safety of the plaintiff or other designated persons. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a court orders a defendant to transfer ownership of a firearm, what is the prescribed timeline, after receiving a served order, for transferring the firearm to the appropriate law enforcement agency?

<p>The transfer must occur immediately after service of the order, but no later than twenty-four hours after. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what specific circumstance can the court order a defendant to complete a domestic violence offender treatment program?

<p>If the order was issued after notice and a hearing where the defendant had an opportunity to participate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical distinction between 'mutual orders of protection' and 'cross orders of protection' as they are addressed in the statute?

<p>Mutual orders are prohibited, whereas cross orders may be issued after consultation between judges. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action must a law enforcement agency take if it cannot complete service of an order of protection within fifteen days of receiving it?

<p>The agency must notify the plaintiff and continue to attempt service. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of serving an order of protection, when utilizing a victim notification system, what is the primary purpose of such a system as it relates to the plaintiff?

<p>To notify the plaintiff about the progress of the service attempts. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cases where an order of protection is issued by a municipal court, which entity has the primary responsibility for serving the order, assuming the defendant can be served within the city or town?

<p>The local police department of that city or town. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal recourse for a plaintiff petitioning for an order of protection if the court denies the requested relief based on the initial review of pleadings and tendered evidence?

<p>The court may schedule a further hearing within ten days, with reasonable notice to the defendant. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a defendant is credibly threatening to harm the plaintiff's emotional support animal, can the court grant the plaintiff exclusive care, custody, or control of the animal?

<p>Yes, the court may grant such relief for any animal owned by either party, based on potential cruelty or neglect. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 12, if the court issues an order of protection, may it grant other relief that is necessary for the protection of the alleged victim other than the enumerated powers?

<p>Yes, the court may grant 'relief that is necessary for the protection of the alleged victim and other specifically designated persons and that is proper under the circumstances.' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can an Arizona court prohibit a defendant from possessing a firearm as part of an emergency order of protection?

<p>If the court finds the defendant may inflict bodily injury or death on the plaintiff. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the default expiration timeframe for an emergency order of protection in Arizona, unless the court extends it?

<p>7 calendar days after issuance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Arizona law, who is authorized to issue an oral emergency order of protection if a person's life is in imminent danger?

<p>A judge, justice of the peace, magistrate, or commissioner. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Arizona, if a person is unable to request an order of protection, under what condition may a third party request one on their behalf according to the statutes?

<p>If the third party is deemed an appropriate requesting party by a judicial officer. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an individual is subject to an emergency order of protection in Arizona and has actual notice of it but has not been personally served, what are the legal consequences if they violate the order?

<p>The individual is subject to any penalty for the violation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the availability of an emergency order of protection change if one party leaves the shared residence, according to Arizona statutes?

<p>It remains unaffected by either party leaving the residence. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Arizona law, under what conditions is a law enforcement agency required to enforce an emergency order of protection?

<p>When it has reasonable cause to believe the order has been violated. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the extent of civil liability for a law enforcement agency in Arizona if it fails to enforce an emergency order of protection, according to the provided statutes?

<p>The agency does not incur civil liability except pursuant to section 12-820.02. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a county with a population exceeding 150,000 in Arizona, what specific procedural requirement is mandated regarding the availability of judicial officers for issuing emergency orders of protection after court hours, according to ARS 13-3624?

<p>A rotating judge, justice of the peace, magistrate, or commissioner must be available by telephone. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3624, what is the mandated timeframe for the court to register a certified copy of a release order with the sheriff's office after a defendant's arrest for domestic violence?

<p>Within 24 hours of the arrest. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3624, in what situation can a judge, justice of the peace, magistrate, or commissioner issue an emergency order of protection based on a peace officer's statement?

<p>If the officer states they have reasonable grounds to believe that a person is in immediate and present danger of domestic violence based on an allegation of a recent incident of actual domestic violence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 13-3624, which of the following is NOT an authorized provision that can be included in an emergency order of protection?

<p>Ordering the defendant to attend mandatory anger management classes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pursuant to ARS 13-3624, what specific evidentiary threshold must be met to grant one party exclusive possession of the shared residence in an emergency order of protection?

<p>A showing that there is reasonable cause to believe that physical harm may otherwise result. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 13-3624, beyond the plaintiff's residence, place of employment, and school, under what condition can an emergency order of protection restrain the defendant from approaching other locations or individuals?

<p>On a showing that there is reasonable cause to believe that physical harm may otherwise result. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific action must the court undertake regarding a release order issued after a domestic violence arrest, according to ARS 13-3624(B)?

<p>Register a certified copy of the release order with the sheriff's office and notify them of material changes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 13-3624, what is the direct responsibility of the sheriff's office concerning release orders registered following a domestic violence arrest?

<p>Maintaining a central repository for release orders so that the existence and validity of the orders can be easily verified. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In an action before a justice of the peace where a counterclaim exceeding $10,000 is filed, what is the immediate procedural requirement for the justice of the peace?

<p>To certify the counterclaim in the court record, halt proceedings, and transfer all documents to the superior court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following the transfer of a case from justice court to superior court due to a counterclaim exceeding $10,000, what fees are applicable to parties involved?

<p>Only the party who filed the counterclaim is required to pay the fees typically paid by a defendant in superior court. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a party bringing a counterclaim exceeding $10,000 in justice court is ultimately awarded $10,000 or less in superior court, what cost-related actions can the superior court take?

<p>The court can deny costs to the party and may impose additional costs, including reasonable attorney fees, on that party. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what specific conditions can the superior court remand a case, initially transferred from justice court due to a counterclaim exceeding $10,000, back to the justice court?

<p>If it appears the counterclaim is actually $10,000 or less; or in the interest of convenience, or to avoid prejudice. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Outside of eviction actions, what authority does a justice of the peace have regarding dispute resolution methods in civil actions?

<p>Has the discretion to order binding arbitration or other dispute resolution methods approved by the supreme court. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a jurisdiction where a justice of the peace presides, what procedural action must the justice take if, during a hearing for property possession, the ownership of the property becomes a central point of contention?

<p>Certify the emergence of the title or ownership issue in the court record, halt the proceedings, and transfer all relevant documents to the superior court. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A plaintiff initiates a civil action in justice court with a claim of $9,500, exclusive of interest and costs. The defendant argues the actual damages exceed $10,000. How should the justice court proceed regarding jurisdiction?

<p>The justice court retains exclusive original jurisdiction as the initial claim is within the $10,000 limit, regardless of the defendant's assertions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a county exceeding two million residents, a civil traffic offense occurs, and a municipal officer files the case in the justice court. How should the justice court proceed, considering the jurisdictional nuances?

<p>The justice court must assess whether the municipality has a law enforcement services contract, affecting jurisdiction based on the filing officer's employer. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In an eviction action brought before a justice of the peace, what legal constraint is placed upon the proceedings regarding the examination of property title?

<p>The court must exclude any arguments or evidence that directly challenge or question the title to the property in question. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a forcible detainer action filed in justice court, the plaintiff seeks $9,000 in unpaid rent, plus attorney fees authorized by lease agreement, which could potentially exceed $1,500. What determines whether the justice court retains jurisdiction?

<p>The justice court retains jurisdiction unless the court <em>actually</em> awards attorney fees that, when combined with the rent, exceed $10,000. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During a special detainer action in a justice court within a county of over two million residents, the defendant asserts a counterclaim for damages exceeding $12,000, arguing breach of contract. How should the justice court handle this counterclaim?

<p>The justice court should sever the counterclaim and proceed only on the special detainer action, directing the defendant to file separately in superior court. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A plaintiff brings a civil action in justice court seeking $8,000 in damages, exclusive of interest and costs. After the trial commences, the plaintiff amends their complaint to seek $11,000 due to newly discovered evidence. What action must the justice court take?

<p>The justice court must declare a mistrial and transfer the case to the superior court because the amended claim exceeds the jurisdictional limit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a county with a population exceeding two million, a plaintiff files a special detainer action in justice court, seeking immediate possession of a property and $9,500 in back rent. The defendant argues the property is uninhabitable, entitling them to rent abatement exceeding $500. How will the justice court proceed?

<p>The justice court can consider the habitability defense solely to determine the amount of rent owed, provided that the total back rent claimed, less the abatement, remains within the jurisdictional limit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be met for an employee or management company representative to appear on behalf of an association in a small claims action, besides written authorization?

<p>The association must be an original party to the small claims action. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Even if the association is an original party to the small claims action, under what circumstance would an employee of the association not be allowed to represent the association?

<p>If the association has not provided written authorization for the employee to appear on its behalf. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before a small claims hearing, what must occur for attorneys to participate, overriding the typical restrictions on attorney involvement?

<p>The parties must stipulate to the participation of attorneys by written agreement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Subsequent to the entry of judgment in a small claims action, what rights does a party retain regarding legal counsel?

<p>The party retains the right to assign or employ counsel to pursue their rights and remedies. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what capacity may a person licensed in Arizona to collect debts appear in small claims court as the prevailing party?

<p>Only for the purpose of enforcing a monetary judgment that has been assigned to them. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition prevents an assignee from initiating a small claims action under ARS 22-512(A)?

<p>Unless the assignee acts as a duly appointed personal representative under Title 14. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a small claims action, what are the permissible representation options for a corporation in accordance with ARS 22-512(B)?

<p>A full-time officer or authorized employee of the corporation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 22-512(B), which individual is legally permitted to represent a partnership in a small claims action?

<p>An active general partner or an authorized full-time employee. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 22-512, under what condition can employees of a management company lawfully act on behalf of a homeowner's association to record a notice of lien?

<p>If specifically authorized in writing by the association and the employee is a certified legal document preparer. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 22-512(B), which professional is prohibited from participating in any aspect of a small claims matter?

<p>An attorney-at-law. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 22-512, under which circumstance can an association record a notice of lien against a property within a planned community?

<p>When the lien right exists by operation of law pursuant to section 33-1256 or 33-1807. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 22-512(A), who is eligible to commence a small claims action?

<p>Any natural person, corporation, partnership, association, marital community or other organization. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 22-512 regarding representation in small claims actions, what is the critical distinction between an 'employee' and an 'authorized employee' when representing an organization?

<p>An 'authorized employee' has been specifically designated to represent the entity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A debt collector, operating under a business name different from their legal personal name while managing their own business debts, implicitly suggests involvement of a third party in debt collection. According to ARS 32-1001, which definition does this scenario most accurately align with?

<p>A 'collection agency' due to using a name implying third-party involvement in debt collection, within the context of their own business debts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An entity is involved in repossessing personal property related to conditional sales agreements. According to ARS 32-1001, under what condition is this activity classified as a 'claim'?

<p>If the personal property is repossessed in lieu of payment for an outstanding debt. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A firm purchases debt obligations where the final payment has not been tendered, and retains recourse against the seller. According to ARS 32-1001, how is this debt obligation classified?

<p>As a 'claim', specifically due to outstanding payment and the purchaser's right of recourse. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an entity's primary function involves managing financial instruments such as credit union accounts, and it also engages in debt collection activities, how would ARS 32-1001 classify this entity for the purpose of debt collection regulation?

<p>As both a 'financial institution' and potentially a 'collection agency', depending on whether its debt collection activities extend beyond its own accounts and services. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the critical element that legally differentiates a 'collection agency' from a business that is merely collecting its own debts under ARS 32-1001?

<p>Whether the business uses a name other than its own to collect debts, implying a third party is involved. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A collection agency's gross annual income, calculated for bond determination under ARS 32-1021, includes debts collected from debtors residing in Arizona, regardless of the location of the licensee; how does this impact a collection agency located outside of Arizona?

<p>It may require them to obtain a higher bond amount due to income from Arizona debtors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 32-1021, if a collection agency's base gross annual income is $600,000, but they only secure a $10,000 bond, what is the likely consequence?

<p>The deputy director would likely deny the license application or renewal due to insufficient bonding. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the broad definition of 'all business transacted in this state' under ARS 32-1021(D) influence the operational scope and compliance requirements for collection agencies?

<p>It extends Arizona's regulatory reach to collection activities targeting Arizona residents or creditors, regardless of location. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does ARS 32-1021 mandate that collection agencies provide a financial statement showing net worth in cash or its equivalent, alongside a surety bond?

<p>To ensure the agency can cover potential liabilities and operate responsibly, safeguarding consumers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1021, what potential action can the deputy director take regarding an application if they deem it necessary, and what implications does this have for applicants?

<p>The deputy director can demand additional information from applicants, potentially impacting approval timelines. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1022, what is the duration for a collection agency to remit payment to a client for collections made, assuming the amount due is greater than $5, after the month of collection?

<p>Within 30 days after the last day of the month in which a collection is made. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under the provisions of ARS 32-1022 regarding surety bonds for collection agencies, what is the procedural requirement for a surety company intending to withdraw as surety, beyond notifying the deputy director?

<p>The surety must provide sixty days' notice by registered mail to the licensee at their last known address. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 32-1022, in which scenario is a collection agency licensee permitted to defer payment to a client for more than 30 days after the end of the collection month?

<p>If the amount due to the client is less than $5, payment may be deferred for an additional thirty days. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1022, what is the immediate consequence if a collection agency's surety bond is canceled for any reason, and a new bond is not filed before the termination date?

<p>The license of the collection agency becomes void. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 32-1022, what is explicitly required regarding the execution and acknowledgment of the surety bond by a collection agency applicant that is a corporation?

<p>The bond must be executed and acknowledged by a partner, director, manager, or treasurer on behalf of the corporation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 32-1022 treat the financial statement required of a collection agency license applicant regarding its public accessibility?

<p>The financial statement is confidential and not a public record. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1022, what criteria must a corporation meet to be considered acceptable as a surety for a collection agency's bond?

<p>It must be licensed by this state to transact fidelity and surety insurance business. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of ARS 32-1022, if a collection agency changes its surety, what specific filing requirement must be met with the department to ensure compliance?

<p>A new bond must be filed with the department, including a surety on the new bond that meets the qualifications of the section. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can the principal amount of an alternative to cash deposit, serving as a guarantee for legal obligations, be released?

<p>Only upon the written authorization of the deputy director or a court of competent jurisdiction, not before three years after the earliest of bond substitution, license surrender, revocation, or expiration. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum fee the state treasurer may impose for administering cash or alternative to cash deposits, and who is responsible for paying this fee?

<p>A fee not exceeding $10 per cash or alternative to cash deposit, paid by the applicant for a license or renewal of a license. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the statutes, what types of financial instruments are acceptable as alternatives to cash for guaranteeing faithful performance of legal obligations?

<p>Certificates of deposit or investment certificates issued by banks, savings and loan associations, savings banks, or credit unions doing business in the state and fully insured by a federal entity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a license is revoked and a cash alternative was provided, what stipulation exists concerning the release of the principal amount of the deposit?

<p>The principal amount cannot be released before the expiration of three years after the revocation of the license. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A licensee provides alternatives to cash to the state treasurer. Who is entitled to receive any accrued interest earned from the alternatives to cash?

<p>The licensee who provided the alternative to cash. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Regarding legal actions against a bond, cash, or alternatives to cash, what is the statute of limitations, EXCEPT in cases of fraud or mistake?

<p>Three years following the act or acts on which the suit is based. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the statute of limitations for claims of fraud or mistake, related to actions against a bond, cash, or alternatives to cash, determined?

<p>It is measured as prescribed in section 12-543, paragraph 3. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action must the deputy director take with cash or alternatives to cash received as a guarantee under this statute?

<p>Deposit it with the state treasurer. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 32-1055, which action is permissible for a licensed collection agency in Arizona?

<p>Accepting claims for collection from a collection agency located outside Arizona. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1055, what is the latest timeframe a collection agency has to remit collected proceeds to a client?

<p>Within thirty days from the last day of the month in which the proceeds were collected. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 32-1055, what specific condition allows a licensed collection agency that does not maintain an office in Arizona to deposit client monies in a depository outside of Arizona?

<p>If the depository is located in a state where the agency's principal office is maintained. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1055, which scenario constitutes a violation related to advertising practices for a licensed collection agency?

<p>Threatening to advertise a claim for sale to solicit more claims from other potential clients. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1055, which action requires a collection agency to notify the department within ten days?

<p>Any change of name or address under which the person conducts business. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person conducting a collection agency in Arizona fails to deposit monies collected in a local depository. Under what condition, as outlined in ARS 32-1055, is this action considered lawful?

<p>If the person does not maintain an office in Arizona and deposits the monies in a depository in a state where they maintain their principal office. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A licensed collection agency is acting as an assignee for the benefit of creditors. According to ARS 32-1055, which action is permissible?

<p>Advertising a claim for sale, as authorized by their role as assignee for the benefit of creditors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal consequence under ARS 32-1055 for a person conducting a collection agency who aids an organization in violating any provision of the chapter?

<p>The action is unlawful and violates the provisions of the chapter. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal consequence for an individual found operating a collection agency without the required license, according to ARS 32-1056(A)?

<p>A class 1 misdemeanor, potentially including a fine and/or jail time. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 32-1056(B), if a licensed collection agency violates a rule or regulation established under the governing chapter, what penalties might they face?

<p>Revocation of their license and being found guilty of a class 1 misdemeanor. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 32-1056 differentiate the penalties for operating without a license versus violating regulations with a license?

<p>Operating without a license results in a class 1 misdemeanor, while violating regulations can lead to both license revocation and a class 1 misdemeanor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What actions could potentially lead to a collection agency licensee being found in violation of ARS 32-1056(B)?

<p>Any violation of the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to the chapter governing collection agencies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A collection agency licensee is accused of violating ARS 32-1055. What procedural steps must the state undertake before penalties under ARS 32-1056(B) can be imposed?

<p>The state must conduct a hearing to determine the validity of the alleged violation before imposing any penalties. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 32-1057, who is primarily responsible for prosecuting violations of the chapter within a city's boundaries?

<p>The city attorney, due to the violations occurring within city limits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 32-1057, how does the liability of a corporate agent participating in a violation of the chapter compare to that of an individual committing the same violation?

<p>The corporate agent is subject to the same penalties as an individual. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If both a county and a city have jurisdiction over a violation of ARS Title 32, Chapter 1057, which entity has the authority to prosecute, according to ARS 32-1057(A)?

<p>The city, if the violation occurred within its boundaries. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A corporate officer directs employees to violate ARS Title 32, Chapter 1057. Under ARS 32-1057(B), what consequences might this officer face?

<p>The same penalties as an individual violator, as outlined in ARS 32-1056. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where a corporation violates ARS Title 32, Chapter 1057, and the prosecuting officer chooses not to pursue criminal charges against the individual officer or agent involved, what is the most probable legal basis for this decision?

<p>The prosecuting officer exercises prosecutorial discretion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-343, if a leased building becomes untenantable due to a fire caused by a third party's negligence, and the lease agreement is silent on the matter, is the lessee obligated to continue paying rent?

<p>No, as the statute relieves the lessee of rent obligations when the premises become untenantable without the lessee's fault, regardless of the specific cause. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A commercial lease contains a clause stating the lessee will maintain insurance covering damage to the building. If the building becomes untenantable due to an insured event, how does ARS 33-343 interact with this clause?

<p>The lease clause may constitute an 'express written agreement' under ARS 33-343, potentially obligating the lessee to continue paying rent. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tenant discovers black mold, making the premises uninhabitable. The lease lacks specific clauses about habitability or mold. Does ARS 33-343 allow the tenant to terminate the lease without further rent obligation?

<p>Yes, because the presence of black mold renders the premises 'unfit for occupancy' under ARS 33-343, provided it's not the tenant's fault. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A lessee vacates a property under ARS 33-343 after a flood renders it untenantable. The lessor sues for lost future rent, arguing the flood was foreseeable in that location. How would a court likely interpret 'without fault or neglect' in this scenario?

<p>The court would likely consider whether the lessee took reasonable precautions given the known risk of flooding. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A lease contains a clause where the tenant agrees to be responsible for all repairs up to $5,000. A fire causes $6,000 in damage, rendering the property unusable. How does this clause affect the tenant's rights under ARS 33-343?

<p>It potentially impacts ARS 33-343, as it may be viewed as an 'express written agreement' altering the default protections, but only to the extent of the tenant's repair obligation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-361(A), what specific condition regarding rent payment must be met before a landlord is legally entitled to commence an action for recovery of possession without formal demand or reentry?

<p>The tenant must be in arrears for five days. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-361(B), what considerations, beyond the right to actual possession, are within the purview of the court in an action for recovery of premises?

<p>The assessment of damages, attorney fees, and costs as per section 12-1178. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of an appeal by the defendant under ARS 33-361(C), what is the condition of the bond that they must file with the court to perfect the appeal?

<p>The bond guarantees the appellant will prosecute the appeal and pay the rental value of the premises, damages, attorney fees, costs, and rent adjudged against them. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-361(D), if a tenant fails to pay rent, what options are available to the landlord regarding the tenant's personal property on the premises?

<p>The landlord can seize as much non-exempt personal property as necessary to secure rent payment and sell it after sixty days if the rent remains unpaid based on 33-1023. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-361(E), how is a sublessee or assignee treated in terms of the landlord's lien rights?

<p>The landlord has the same lien rights against the sublessee or assignee as against the original tenant. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-361(F), what is explicitly prohibited regarding rules or policies for actions of forcible entry or detainer?

<p>Enforcing mandatory or technical forms for notice or pleadings if the statutory requirements are met. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider a scenario: A landlord initiates an action for recovery of premises due to unpaid rent. The court finds in favor of the landlord. The tenant decides to appeal. However, the tenant struggles to secure a bond due to financial constraints. According to ARS 33-361(C), what is the likely consequence for the tenant's appeal?

<p>The tenant's appeal will be automatically dismissed if they cannot file the bond. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A landlord, enforcing a lien under ARS 33-361(D), seizes a tenant's personal property for unpaid rent. After 50 days, the tenant declares bankruptcy. How does this bankruptcy filing impact the landlord's ability to sell the seized property to satisfy the debt?

<p>The landlord must seek relief from the automatic stay in bankruptcy court before proceeding with the sale. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-722, what is the outcome if a plaintiff initiates separate actions on a debt and to foreclose the mortgage securing that debt?

<p>The plaintiff must choose one action to continue, and the other will be dismissed. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What strategic consideration should a lender prioritize when deciding whether to pursue a debt action or a foreclosure action separately under ARS 33-722?

<p>The potential for a deficiency judgment should the foreclosure not cover the entire debt. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 33-722 potentially impact a plaintiff's litigation strategy if both a debt action and a foreclosure action are initially pursued?

<p>It forces an early election, potentially before all facts are known, increasing risk. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where a plaintiff mistakenly initiates both a debt action and a foreclosure action, which procedural step must be taken to comply with ARS 33-722?

<p>The plaintiff must formally elect which action to prosecute and dismiss the other. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a plaintiff chooses to initially pursue a debt action under ARS 33-722 but later determines that foreclosure is more advantageous, what limitations might they face?

<p>They are barred from pursuing foreclosure, as the initial election is irrevocable. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a single person owns a house worth $300,000 but has a $100,000 mortgage, to what extent is their equity protected from creditors under Arizona's homestead exemption, assuming they reside in the home?

<p>$250,000 of the equity is protected, regardless of the outstanding mortgage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A married couple jointly owns a home in Arizona. They divorce, and one spouse continues to live in the home. What is the maximum homestead exemption available to either or both of them regarding that property?

<p>The total exemption available to both is capped at $250,000, to be shared or divided as they agree or as the court orders. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An individual sells their Arizona home, intending to purchase a new one in another state. How long does the homestead exemption protect the identifiable cash proceeds from the sale?

<p>The proceeds are protected for eighteen months from the date of sale, or until a new homestead is established, whichever is shorter. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person refinances their Arizona homestead property, receiving cash back as part of the transaction. How does this affect the homestead exemption regarding those cash proceeds?

<p>The homestead exemption does not attach to cash proceeds from refinancing. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of determining equity in a homestead property sale, which document can parties rely on for property valuation under Arizona law?

<p>The valuation of the property in the final closing document disclosure used for the transaction. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An unmarried 17-year-old resides in Arizona and owns a mobile home. Can they claim a homestead exemption on this property?

<p>No, because they are not yet 18 years of age. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a person owns multiple properties in Arizona, one of which is a dwelling house they reside in, can they claim a homestead exemption on a vacant lot they own next door?

<p>No, the homestead exemption applies only to the property on which the dwelling house is located. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person sells their homestead property for $300,000 and deposits the proceeds into a commingled bank account with other funds. Six months later, creditors attempt to levy the account. Are the proceeds from the home sale protected by the homestead exemption?

<p>No, because the proceeds were commingled with other funds and are no longer identifiable. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-1126, how does the relationship between the policy owner, the beneficiary, and the debt's origin impact the exemption of life insurance cash surrender value from execution?

<p>The cash surrender value is exempt only if the policy has been owned for two years, the beneficiary is the debtor's spouse, child, or other enumerated relative, and the debt isn't secured by a pledge of the policy's cash value. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-1126, how is the exemption of insurance benefits impacted when those benefits are intended to replace earnings that would have been subject to a support order?

<p>The insurance benefits are subject to the support order, mirroring the exemption rules applicable to the earnings they replace. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances, according to ARS 33-1126, is money received as child support or spousal maintenance not exempt from execution, attachment, or sale?

<p>Money received as child support or spousal maintenance is always entirely exempt under ARS 33-1126. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a debtor uses funds arising from a claim for damage to exempt property to purchase new assets, are those newly acquired assets automatically considered exempt under ARS 33-1126?

<p>No, the newly acquired assets must independently qualify as exempt property under ARS 33-1126 to be protected from execution, attachment, or sale. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-1126, how does a debt secured by a pledge of a health insurance policy impact the exemption of proceeds payable under that policy?

<p>The proceeds are not exempt to the extent of the debt secured by the pledge. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 33-1126 treat proceeds from fire insurance on property that would have been exempt under the same article?

<p>The proceeds are fully exempt, mirroring the exemption status of the original property. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-1126, what condition must be met to exempt the cash surrender value of a life insurance policy that names the debtor's sibling as the beneficiary?

<p>The sibling must be a dependent of the debtor for the cash surrender value to be exempt. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 33-1126 address the possibility of fraudulent transfers related to premiums paid on a life insurance policy claimed as exempt?

<p>It allows creditors to recover premiums paid with the intent to defraud, subject to the statute of limitations under Title 44, Chapter 8, Article 1. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition is an annuity contract NOT exempt from claims of creditors, assuming the debtor has continuously owned the contract for two years and named a qualifying beneficiary?

<p>If the premiums paid into the annuity are deemed recoverable by a creditor due to fraudulent conveyance under ARS Title 44, Chapter 8, Article 1. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the determining factor for a family member to be considered a 'dependent', concerning the exemption of an annuity contract?

<p>If the family member receives at least half of their support from the insured debtor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a person recovers damages due to a wrongful seizure of their exempt personal property, what is the status of the damage award in relation to creditors' claims?

<p>The damage award retains the same exempt status as the original property. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition might the $300 exemption for funds held in a single financial account NOT apply?

<p>If the account incurs normal service charges assessed by the financial institution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the timing of contributions to a college savings plan under section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code affect its exempt status in bankruptcy proceedings?

<p>Contributions made within two years before filing for bankruptcy are not exempt. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the limit on the exemption for the refundable portion of federal or state personal income tax credits relative to federal or state earned income tax credits and any additional refundable portion of any federal or state child tax credits?

<p>The exemption is the lesser of the total combined amount of federal and state tax refunds or the total combined amount of federal or state earned income tax credits and any federal or state child tax credits claimed on the return. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances does the exemption for retirement plans under section 401(a), 403(a), 403(b), 408, 408A or 409 or a deferred compensation plan under section 457 of the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 NOT apply?

<p>When amounts were contributed within 120 days before a debtor files for bankruptcy. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered an alternate payee whose interest is exempt from creditors' claims, in relation to retirement plans?

<p>An individual designated as an alternate payee under a qualified domestic relations order. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a person who does not exercise the homestead exemption claim prepaid rent, including security deposits, as a personal property homestead?

<p>If they are at least 18 years of age, married or single, and reside within the state. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario does the personal property exemption NOT apply, irrespective of the exemptions typically afforded under the statute?

<p>For orders resulting from judgments for arrearages of child support. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A debtor's minor child has earnings stemming from activities not for the debtor's special benefit. Which of these is a valid claim against the earnings?

<p>A debt contracted specifically for the minor child's educational enrichment programs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what scenario would proceeds from a health insurance policy be subject to execution, attachment, or sale, notwithstanding the exemptions typically provided?

<p>To reimburse the insurer for payments already made to the insured for a claim. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A debtor's home, exempt under applicable law, is destroyed by fire. The debtor receives insurance proceeds. What is the most accurate statement regarding these proceeds in the context of debt collection?

<p>The fire insurance proceeds are exempt to the extent the destroyed property was exempt. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person who is entitled to receive spousal maintenance has declared bankruptcy. How are those payments treated?

<p>The payments are exempt. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition must be met to claim the cash surrender value of a life insurance policy as exempt from debt collection?

<p>he policy must have been owned continuously for at least two years. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A debtor owns a life insurance policy with a cash surrender value, naming their sibling as the beneficiary. Under what circumstance would the cash surrender value NOT be exempt from creditors?

<p>The debtor secured a loan using the life insurance policy as collateral. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A judgment debtor receives a lump-sum payment from an accident insurance policy following a car accident. Which scenario would allow a creditor to access these funds?

<p>The judgment arises from unpaid medical bills related to the same car accident. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A debtor's parent dies, and the debtor, as the surviving child is the beneficiary of the life insurance. The limit is $20,000. However, there are multiple debts from the deceased that are being pursued. How should the $20,000 be handled?

<p>The full $20,000 would go to the debtor, and would be exempt from garnishment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the two-year ownership requirement of an annuity contract affect its exemption status under Arizona law, particularly if the beneficiary is a sibling of the debtor?

<p>The annuity is exempt only if it has been owned continuously for at least two years, with the sibling, spouse, child, parent, or other dependent family member named as the beneficiary. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a person's exempt personal property is wrongfully taken and sold under execution, what recourse does the person have regarding the claim for damages, according to Arizona law?

<p>The claim for damages and any judgment recovered for damages are exempt from execution. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the annual adjustments to the $5,000 exemption for funds held in a single account in a financial institution impact a debtor's ability to protect those funds from creditors?

<p>The exemption is adjusted annually based on the consumer price index, increasing the amount protected from creditors to account for cost of living increases. The increase in the cost of living shall be measured by the percentage increase as of August of the immediately preceding year. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances might a contribution to a college savings plan under section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code not be considered exempt from claims of creditors?

<p>If the contribution was made within two years before a debtor files for bankruptcy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Arizona law generally protect retirement plans under sections 401(a), 403(a), 403(b), 408, 408A or 409 or a deferred compensation plan under section 457 of the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 from creditor claims?

<p>Such plans are fully exempt from all claims of creditors of the beneficiary or participant, regardless of contributions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what specific circumstance is an alternate payee's interest in a retirement plan not exempt from creditor claims in Arizona?

<p>Under no circumstances; the interest of any and all alternate payees is exempt from any and all claims of any creditor of the alternate payee. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation on amounts contributed to a retirement plan that are exempt from creditor claims if a debtor files for bankruptcy?

<p>Amounts contributed within one hundred twenty days before a debtor files for bankruptcy are not exempt. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific conditions must be met for a person to claim prepaid rent, including security deposits, as a personal property homestead exemption in Arizona?

<p>The person must reside in Arizona, be either married or single, be over 18, and not exercise the homestead exemption under article 1 of this chapter. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does ARS 12-1133 have on orders resulting from judgments for arrearages of child support or for a child support debt?

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What is the maximum amount of prepaid rent, including security deposits, that can be claimed as a personal property homestead exempt from all process?

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Under ARS 33-1127, if a private investor owns a chemistry lab used for teaching high school students, is that lab protected from seizure to satisfy a debt?

<p>No, the exemption only applies to institutions of higher education such as universities and community colleges. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A creditor seeks to seize philosophical texts from a debtor who uses them to teach philosophy to adults in community workshops, are these texts exempt from seizure under ARS 33-1127?

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A university is facing a judgment, and the creditor seeks to seize a newly acquired electron microscope used for advanced scientific research. Is this equipment exempt under ARS 33-1127?

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If a debtor owns a collection of rare chemistry equipment originally intended for use in a school but is currently stored unused in their home following the school's closure, is this equipment protected under ARS 33-1127?

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A college student uses a personal laptop for coursework deemed essential by the college. Can this laptop be considered exempt from execution under ARS 33-1127?

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A self-employed contractor owns a truck valued at $6,000, primarily used for commuting and occasionally hauling equipment to job sites. Additionally, they possess tools and equipment valued at $4,000, essential for their contracting work. Under ARS 33-1130, how much of this property is exempt from process?

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A debtor operates a small consulting business from home, utilizing a laptop ($1,500), specialized software ($1,000), a professional website (development cost $2,000), and client contact database. If the debtor faces a judgment, what is the extent to which these assets are protected under ARS 33-1130?

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A debtor is a farmer whose primary income is derived from agriculture. They own farm machinery valued at $3,000 and livestock valued at $1,500. To what extent are these assets exempt from process under ARS 33-1130?

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A debtor is a police officer. They possess a personal firearm not required by their department, in addition to their standard-issue uniform and service weapon required by law. If the officer faces a civil judgment, which of these items are exempt from process under ARS 33-1130?

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A debtor facing a judgment owns several assets related to their business: tools valued at $3,000, a website valued at $1,000, and a client list considered highly valuable. The debtor's spouse also uses some of the tools in a separate business. How should ARS 33-1130 be applied to determine what is exempt?

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A private hospital provides housing for nurses as part of their employment package, conditional on their ongoing work at the hospital. How does ARS 33-1308 classify this arrangement?

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A person occupies a dwelling under a rent-to-own agreement but has not yet fully paid for the property. How does this arrangement fall under ARS 33-1308?

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A national social organization provides temporary housing to its members in a building it operates. This housing is not directly tied to employment or services. Under ARS 33-1308, how is this occupancy classified?

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A landlord hires a resident of an apartment complex as a part-time maintenance worker whose right to reside in the apartment is explicitly tied to this employment. How does ARS 33-1308 classify this living arrangement?

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A private entity offers housing assistance along with job training, healthcare access, and counseling. To be excluded under ARS 33-1308, what additional condition must be met?

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Under ARS 33-1324, a landlord's duty to comply with applicable building codes materially affecting health and safety is determined by which standard when it exceeds other duties outlined in the same section?

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According to ARS 33-1324, which scenario allows a tenant of a single-family residence to assume the landlord's duty to supply running water and reasonable amounts of hot water at all times?

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According to ARS 33-1324, under what specific condition can the landlord and tenant of a dwelling unit, that is not a single family residence, agree that the tenant is to perform specified repairs, maintenance tasks, alterations or remodeling?

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Considering ARS 33-1324, in a scenario where a landlord fails to maintain air-conditioning in good working order, what recourse does the tenant have if the lease agreement does not specify who is responsible for such maintenance?

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According to ARS 33-1324, what is the legal implication if a landlord enters into an agreement with a tenant to perform repairs necessary to comply with building codes, but the agreement is found to be an attempt to evade the landlord's obligations?

<p>The agreement is void, and the landlord remains responsible for fulfilling the original obligations under the statute, and can be held liable for damages. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tenant in a non-single family dwelling unit performs substantial remodeling work as per a written agreement with the landlord. Later, a dispute arises regarding the quality of the work. How does ARS 33-1324 affect the resolution of this dispute?

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A landlord includes a clause in a lease agreement for a single-family residence stating the tenant is responsible for all repairs, including those necessary to comply with building codes materially affecting health and safety. According to ARS 33-1324, how enforceable is this clause?

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According to ARS 33-1324, if a building code requirement regarding health and safety imposes a greater duty on the landlord than other provisions of the statute, which aspect of the premises is primarily affected?

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Under ARS 33-1361(A), in what specific scenario is a landlord's misrepresentation of the condition of the premises considered a 'material falsification' that could lead to lease termination?

<p>When a holdover tenant is illegally occupying the property, and the landlord provided false information about the availability of the unit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-1361(A), what is the critical distinction between a landlord's breach materially affecting health and safety and other forms of material noncompliance regarding the timeframe a tenant must provide for the landlord to remedy the breach?

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Under ARS 33-1361(A), what specific condition must be met for a tenant to validly terminate a rental agreement due to the landlord's failure to provide promised utility services?

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According to ARS 33-1361(A)(2), under what circumstances is a tenant prohibited from terminating a lease agreement due to a condition of the property?

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In a scenario where a landlord materially breaches a lease agreement, and the tenant chooses to terminate the lease under ARS 33-1361(A), what specific obligation does the landlord have regarding the tenant's security deposit?

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Under ARS 33-1361(B), beyond recovering damages, what additional form of legal remedy can a tenant seek for a landlord's noncompliance with the rental agreement?

<p>The tenant can seek injunctive relief. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ARS 33-1361(C) define the relationship between a tenant's right to terminate a lease agreement for material noncompliance under subsection A and their right to seek damages and injunctive relief under subsection B?

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Consider a scenario where a tenant experiences a persistent lack of hot water due to the landlord's negligence. According to ARS 33-1361, what factors would a court likely consider when determining whether the tenant is entitled to injunctive relief?

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What constitutes a 'material noncompliance' that allows a landlord to deliver a notice of termination according to ARS 33-1368?

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Under ARS 33-1368, in the event of a tenant's material falsification of criminal history, prior eviction record, or current criminal activity, what options are available to the landlord?

<p>The landlord may immediately terminate the rental agreement without an opportunity for the tenant to remedy the falsification. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-1368, if a tenant commits a noncompliance that materially affects health and safety, how much time must the tenant be given to remedy the breach before the rental agreement is terminated?

<p>Five days after receipt of the notice. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-1368, under what condition can a tenant prevent the termination of a rental agreement after receiving a notice for noncompliance?

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Under ARS 33-1368, what is the consequence if a tenant commits a second act of noncompliance of the same or similar nature after having previously remedied an initial noncompliance?

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In Arizona, considering a tenant's material and irreparable breach on the premises, which action would MOST immediately allow a landlord to proceed under ARS 33-1377?

<p>Delivering a written notice for immediate termination of the rental agreement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Arizona law, if a tenant fails to pay rent and the landlord provides the required written notice, what specific action by the tenant will mandatorily reinstate the rental agreement before a special detainer action is filed?

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According to Arizona law, when can a landlord legally discontinue utility services they provide to a tenant?

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How does Arizona law define a tenant's responsibility regarding the actions of their guests on the property?

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What is the definitive timeframe a tenant has to pay rent after a written notice of nonpayment from the landlord before the landlord can terminate the rental agreement?

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After a special detainer action is filed, what exclusive condition restores a rental agreement, thereby preventing eviction?

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What legal recourse does a landlord have to recover losses resulting from a tenant's noncompliance or damage to the property?

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Following the execution of a writ of restitution, what specific legal provision governs the landlord's handling of the tenant's abandoned personal property?

<p>Section 33-1370, subsections D, E, F, G, H and I regarding tenant's personal property. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Arizona's landlord-tenant law, what constitutes a 'day' when calculating deadlines or notice periods?

<p>Calendar days, including weekends and holidays. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Arizona law, which scenario justifies a landlord proceeding with an eviction action despite the tenant's claim of rent withholding?

<p>The tenant withholds rent due to minor disrepair, such as a leaky faucet, without prior notice. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tenant complains to a landlord about a faulty electrical wiring that poses a fire hazard under ARS 33-1324. The landlord, in response, doubles the tenant's rent within two months. Under ARS 33-1381, what legal recourse does the tenant not have?

<p>File criminal charges against the landlord for violating housing codes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tenant organizes a tenants' union to advocate for better living conditions. In response, the landlord initiates eviction proceedings. To rebut the presumption of retaliation under ARS 33-1381, what must the landlord demonstrate?

<p>The tenant caused the housing code violation through a lack of reasonable care. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tenant notifies the landlord about a leaking roof, who then ignores the issue. The tenant then reports the issue to a governmental agency. Two weeks later, the landlord raises the rent. Which statement accurately describes the legal implications under ARS 33-1381, assuming the lease does not contain a clause allowing for rent adjustments?

<p>The landlord's rent increase is presumed retaliatory, and the tenant is entitled to remedies, regardless of landlord's intent. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tenant, without reasonable care, causes significant water damage and then reports the damage to code enforcement. Shortly after, the landlord seeks eviction based on the damage and unpaid utility bills. In this scenario, how does ARS 33-1381 affect the eviction proceeding?

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A landlord seeks to evict a tenant for non-payment of rent. The tenant claims the eviction is retaliatory because they recently joined a tenants' union. If the landlord demonstrates the tenant is 45 days late on rent, how will this impact the tenant's defense under ARS 33-1381?

<p>The landlord can proceed with the eviction based on non-payment, but remains liable for any retaliatory actions proven by the tenant. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition, according to ARS 33-1904, can a city immediately inspect a residential rental property?

<p>If the property owner fails to comply with the provisions of section 33-1902. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-1904, what recourse does an inspecting authority have if a tenant refuses consent to enter a residential rental property for inspection?

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According to ARS 33-1904, how long can a city, town, or county annually inspect a property that has been designated as a slum property?

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Under ARS 33-1904, who is responsible for the costs of an inspection conducted on a residential rental property?

<p>The property owner. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-1904, what liens take precedence over a penalty or inspection cost recorded with the county recorder's office?

<p>Prior recorded mortgages. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under ARS 33-1904, against whom will a lien not be recorded if the inspected property is a dwelling unit in a space rental mobile home park or recreational vehicle park?

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According to ARS 33-1904, if a dwelling unit is vacant or abandoned in a space rental mobile home park, under what condition can the inspecting authority enter?

<p>Only with the consent of the owner. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ARS 33-1904, how does this section affect other statutes or ordinances pertaining to property inspection?

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Flashcards

ARS Title 12, Section 50

Arizona law addressing fee awards in court cases.

Attorney fee rates

Based on prevailing market rates but capped at $350/hour or actual payment, whichever is less.

Attorney fees are limited to...

The amount the prevailing party has paid or agreed to pay, or $350 per hour, whichever is less.

Fees against government entities

Limited to $125,000 per level of judicial appeal.

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Attorney general's role

Adjusts income amounts for maximum awards annually.

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Oral debt action limit

Lawsuits regarding debts not documented in writing must be initiated within three years.

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Fraud/Mistake action limit

Actions based on fraud or mistake must commence within three years of discovering the deceit or error.

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Open account action limit

A legal claim involving open accounts must be pursued within three years, though ongoing accounts may extend this period.

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Stated account action limit

Legal claims on stated accounts must be pursued within three years.

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Exception to Account limits

If any item on a stated or open account is new i.e. within 3 years prior to the action, then the claim is NOT time-barred.

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Written Debt Action Limit

Six years from when the cause of action accrues.

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When does the clock start?

Begins when the cause of action arises (when the debt is due).

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What debts are covered?

A written contract executed in Arizona or a credit card debt.

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Conflict of Laws

ARS 12-548 applies if there's a conflict between Arizona law and the statute of another jurisdiction.

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Credit Card Definition

ARS § 13-2101(3)(a).

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Appeal Timeframe

Allows either party to appeal a justice court decision to the superior court within 5 calendar days of the judgment.

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Motion Effect on Appeal

Filing a motion to set aside the judgment does NOT extend the appeal deadline.

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Appeal Bond

A bond is required to cover the appeal. If unable to pay, an affidavit can be filed.

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Affidavit Objection

If another party objects to the affidavit, a hearing is held to assess the inability to pay.

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Justice Court Handling Fee

A one-time fee added to the rent payment made through the justice court to stay the execution of a judgment for possession.

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Supersedeas Bond Purpose

A supersedeas bond stays the execution of a judgment for money or possession.

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Bond for Possession Stay

To stay eviction, a bond covers rent until the next rental date, plus costs and attorney fees.

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Rent Retention in Habitability Cases

If a tenant claims the property is uninhabitable, the court holds rent payments until a final judgment is made.

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Rent During Appeal

During the appeal, the tenant must continue to pay rent to the justice court clerk by each due date.

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Motion to Lift Stay

The landlord can request the court to lift the stay of execution if the tenant fails to pay rent during the appeal process.

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Emergency Hearing for Material Breach

For breaches related to health and safety (e.g., habitability), the court must expedite hearings on motions to lift the stay of execution.

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Payment Distribution

The justice court then forwards the rent payments to the landlord during the appeal process.

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Supersedeas Bond

A bond required to cover the judgment amount, costs, and attorney fees to pause the execution of a money judgment during an appeal.

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Compelling Arbitration

A court order compelling parties to start arbitration if an agreement exists and one party refuses.

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Staying Arbitration

A court halts arbitration if no agreement exists. Issue is quickly determined by the court.

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Arbitration Application Venue

If a lawsuit involves an issue subject to arbitration, the application to compel/stay MUST be made in that court.

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Staying a Lawsuit for Arbitration

A lawsuit involving an issue subject to arbitration is paused if an arbitration order or application is made.

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Grounds for Arbitration

An arbitration order cannot be denied because the claim lacks merit or because fault hasn't been proven.

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Debt scheduling

Counseling and aid for individuals, involving a written agreement, where payments are made to a qualified organization until debts are satisfied.

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"Deliver" definition

This means to hand-deliver, mail via first class, or serve through civil procedure rules.

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Disposable earnings

Earnings left after legally required deductions.

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Earnings

Compensation for work, including wages, salary, commissions, bonuses, and retirement payments.

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Effective agreement

An agreement currently in effect, meaning no termination event has occurred.

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Exempt earnings

Earnings protected from legal seizure, like garnishment, by law.

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Good faith

Defined as honesty in the involved conduct or transaction.

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Debt Scheduling Termination

Parties agree, full payment is made, death occurs, bankruptcy is filed, or payment is missed by 15 days.

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Scope of ARS 12-1598.01

Deals with garnishment of earnings (wages, salaries, etc.) owed by a garnishee to a judgment debtor.

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Earnings vs. Monies

After disbursement, earnings become 'monies'.

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Exclusions from ARS 12-1598.01

This article does NOT apply to garnishments of non-earnings, monies held by a garnishee, personal property, or corporate shares.

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Definition of Earnings

Compensation for work like wages, salary, commissions, bonuses, and retirement payments.

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Writ Issuer

A court official (clerk, justice of the peace, magistrate) issues this for wage garnishment.

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Judgment Creditor

The party who has won a judgment in court and is owed money.

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Garnishment Return Court

The court to which a garnishment writ must be returned.

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Magistrate Garnishment Scope

Wage garnishment for unpaid fines, fees, sanctions, or restitution imposed by that court.

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Writ of Garnishment of Earnings

The legal document required to initiate wage garnishment proceedings.

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Garnishment Application

A formal request, in written form, to initiate wage garnishment.

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Payment Condition

The judgment debtor hasn't paid, nor agreed to pay the nonexempt wages until the judgment is satisfied.

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Garnishment Balance

The outstanding amount of the judgment, including interest, attorney fees (if applicable), and allowable costs.

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Garnishee Status

The employer (or whoever owes earnings) is believed to owe or will owe earnings to the debtor.

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Writ of Garnishment

A court order to a garnishee (employer) to withhold a judgment debtor's earnings.

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Who Serves Garnishment?

Sheriff, constable, or authorized officer.

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Writ: Balance Due

The outstanding amount due on the judgment, including interest and allowable costs.

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Garnishee Definition

The entity (usually employer) believed to owe earnings to the judgment debtor.

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Judgment Debtor

The party who owes money as a result of a court judgment.

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Garnishee Service

Serve 2 copies of the writ, judgment copy, answer form copies, notice copies, instructions, and nonexempt earnings statement copies to the garnishee.

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Debtor Notification

The judgment creditor must deliver a copy of the writ AND initial notice to the debtor within 3 days.

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Initial Lien Date

A legal claim on a debtor's earnings, starting upon writ service.

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Lien Without Order

45 days after filing the answer if no order is entered.

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Lien Termination Events

When the garnishment writ is canceled, released, or ineffective.

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Earning Remittance Timing

The employer holds earnings until a court order.

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Garnishee Liability Exemption

Garnishee (employer) not liable for wages paid within 3 days of writ service.

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ARS 12-1598.06 Focus

In limited jurisdiction civil law, this outlines the time frame for a garnishee to respond to the writ.

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Garnishment Writ

A legal document compelling a garnishee to answer questions regarding a debt.

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Garnishee

The entity (employer) who is served a garnishment writ.

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Garnishee Response Time

The garnishee must provide an answer to the writ within ten days.

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Writ Issuance venues

Superior, justice, or municipal courts.

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Garnishment Objection

Formal written disagreement that may result in a hearing.

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Who can object?

Party files an objection to the garnishment, the answer of garnishee or a nonexempt earnings statement.

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Objection Deadline

Ten days after receiving the answer or nonexempt earnings statement.

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Objection form Delivery

Delivering a copy to all parties involved in the writ.

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Hearing Timeline

The hearing must begin within ten days, but no later than fifteen days, after the request is received.

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Grounds for objection

The grounds for the objection must be outlined in writing.

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Hearing Notice

At least two days before the hearing date, excluding weekends and holidays.

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Costs & Attorney Fees

Awarded to the prevailing party in a reasonable amount determined by the court; is not assessed against the debtor unless they acted solely to delay or harass.

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Garnishee Answer Requirements

Written, signed, and under oath, providing truthful answers to the garnishment writ for each judgment debtor.

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Unknown Debtor Identity

If unable to identify the judgment debtor despite good faith efforts, provide a statement detailing the effort made and the reasons for the inability to confirm.

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Judgment Amount Disclosure

The amount of the outstanding judgment that is currently due, as stated in the writ of garnishment.

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Existing Wage Assignments

The garnishee must disclose if the judgment debtor is already subject to any existing wage assignments, garnishments, or levies, including the details of that judgment creditor.

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Answer Delivery Obligation

The garnishee must provide a copy of the answer, along with a copy of the notice to judgment debtor and request for hearing form, delivered to both the judgment creditor and the judgment debtor; method and time of delivery in the answer.

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Garnishee Discharge Conditions

If the garnishee didn't employ the debtor, owes no earnings within 60 days, or cannot identify the debtor, the court discharges them.

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Preventing Discharge

A formal and timely written objection can prevent a garnishee's discharge.

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Written Objection

A formal method of disagreeing with the response in the garnishment documents.

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Garnishee Answer Effect

If the garnishee answers that they don't owe money, it can lead to them being discharged from their requirements.

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Garnishment: Job Separation

Garnishment ends when a debtor leaves employment for 60+ days (90+ for school employees with restricted paydays).

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Garnishment Release

A garnishment ends if the creditor voluntarily releases it.

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Garnishment Stay

Garnishment pauses when a court, including bankruptcy court, issues a stay.

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Garnishment: No Earnings

Garnishment ends if the debtor earns no nonexempt wages for 60+ days (90+ for school employees with restricted paydays).

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Garnishment Quash

Garnishment ends if the court quashes it.

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Continuing Lien

Legal process enabling a creditor to seize a portion of a debtor's future earnings to satisfy a debt.

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Employment Condition

When the debtor was actively employed or would be employed within 60 days of the writ being served

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Qualified Debt Counseling

An organization certified to provide debt counseling and assistance, often offering debt management plans.

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Garnishment Hearing Issues

The court will decide if a WRIT is valid, how much is owed, employment status, and whether there is an agreement with debt counseling.

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Debt Scheduling Impact

Agreement between debtor and counseling agency will prevent garnishment

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Lien Invalidation

Payment stops when the debt is fully paid, vacated, or expired with appropriate documentation.

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Timely Objection

A formal objection to the writ of garnishment or the garnishee's answer requiring a court hearing.

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Court Garnishment Order

A court order directing that a portion of a judgment debtor's earnings be withheld and paid to the judgment creditor until the debt is satisfied.

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Garnishee Answer Deadline

If there are no objections to the garnishee's answer within 45 days, the earnings held by the garnishee go to the judgment debtor, and the garnishee is released from liability.

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Garnishment Reduction

The court can reduce the garnishment amount from 10% to at least 5% if the debtor or their family would have extreme economic hardship.

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Garnishment and Property Liens

A court order regarding garnishment, even if recorded, does not create a lien against real property.

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Garnishment Decision Maker

The court alone decides all facts and laws related to garnishment; there's no jury involved.

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Extreme Economic Hardship

The court makes a determination on hardship using clear and convincing evidence that the judgment debtor or the judgment debtor's family would suffer extreme economic hardship as a result of the garnishment

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Continuing Lien Order

A court order obligating the employer to withhold earnings until the underlying debt is satisfied.

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Timely Written Objection

Filed within ten days of the service of the writ or answer, triggering a court hearing to resolve disputes.

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Garnishment Hearing Focus

Determines writ validity, outstanding judgment amount, employment status, and existing debt counseling agreements.

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Qualified Debt Counseling Org.

A certified organization helping individuals manage debt through written agreements and consolidated payments.

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Debt Scheduling Protection

Prevents garnishment if the debtor is actively participating in a debt scheduling program at the time the writ is served.

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Earnings Transfer Mandate

The legal requirement to transfer withheld, non-exempt earnings to the judgment creditor after service of the writ, as ordered by the court.

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Mandatory Court Hearing

The court is required to conduct a hearing to validate the garnishment and debt agreements and determine the parties' obligations.

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Continuing Lien Effect

Requires the garnishee to continuously withhold nonexempt earnings during employment.

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Garnishee's Pay Period Duties

Complete, deliver to debtor with exempt earnings, deliver copy to judgment creditor or attorney.

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After Lien Order

Garnishee delivers nonexempt earnings and statement to judgment creditor or attorney.

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Nonexempt Earnings Statement Filing

It's not filed unless a party files a timely objection to the amount withheld.

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Form Supply Responsibility

Judgment creditor supplies enough copies of the statement and hearing request forms to the garnishee.

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Creditor Reporting Duty

The creditor must provide regular updates to the garnishee and debtor.

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Quarterly Report Timeline

Within 21 days after each calendar quarter, while the lien remains.

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Balance Below $500 Reporting

Within 21 days after payment reduces the balance to $500 or less, then monthly.

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Report Contents

Beginning/ending dates, payment amounts, total credited, interest/fees, balance due.

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Preventing Excess Withholding

Take action to prevent excess withholding by notifying the garnishee.

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Reasonable Action Trigger

If the balance is less than double the nonexempt earnings of the preceding two pay periods

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Ceasing Withholding

Notify the garnishee to stop withholding earnings.

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Judgment Satisfaction

File a satisfaction/release with the court and provide copies to relevant parties.

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Creditor Contempt

Failure of judgment creditor to comply with duties under this article may lead to contempt charges.

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Creditor Contempt Awards

Compensates for actual losses, attorney fees, court costs, plus additional damages ($100-$1000). Provided the failure to act wasn't caused by mistake, inadvertence or excusable neglect.

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Garnishee Contempt

Failure of the garnishee to deliver nonexempt earnings or statements after written notice may result in contempt charges.

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Garnishee Contempt: Awards

Compensates for actual losses, attorney fees, and court costs. The court may also award additional damages (up to $400).

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Precondition for Relief

Demand must be in writing, nonexempt earnings not paid, and statement not provided within 14 days of demand.

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Relief petition

The judgment debtor may petition the court for relief.

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Contempt Standard

Failure must be willful or the result of gross negligence.

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Relief Petition Timing

For relief, the judgment creditor delivers a written demand and the garnishee has until 14 days of the receipt of the written demand to comply, otherwise the party may petition the court for relief.

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Garnishee Compliance Hearing

A hearing to determine if a garnishee's failure to comply with a garnishment demand was willful or grossly negligent.

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Consequences of Non-Compliance

If a garnishee's non-compliance is willful or due to gross negligence, the court can find them in contempt.

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Garnishee Non-Compliance Damages

Compensation for actual losses caused by the garnishee's failure to comply with garnishment rules.

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Frivolous Garnishment Petitions

If a petition related to garnishment is found without merit, the court may award attorney fees to negatively affected parties.

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Remedies Request Venue

A party can ask the court for remedies related to the judgment which is the foundation for the garnishment.

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Garnishee Reliance

The garnishee isn't liable to the judgment debtor for acting on a facially valid garnishment writ.

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Order to Appear

Order for the garnishee to appear in court to answer a garnishment writ if response is not timely.

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Garnishee Default Judgment

A default judgment against garnishee for the full judgment amount against the judgment debtor plus attorney fees.

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Garnishment Priority

Conflicting wage garnishments and levies are prioritized based on the time of service, with earlier service taking precedence.

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Support Priority

Wage assignments for support (like child support) have higher priority than other garnishments, levies, or wage assignments.

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Support vs. Non-Support

Garnishments for support have priority over non-support garnishments and levies.

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Lien Invalidation Rule

If a creditor receives no payments for two consecutive pay periods due to higher priority garnishments, their lien becomes invalid.

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Garnishee Notification

The garnishee (employer) must notify the judgment creditor if their lien on earnings becomes invalid due to the two-payday rule.

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Garnishee Discharge Cost

If the garnishee is discharged based on their answer, the judgment creditor is responsible for covering the costs of the garnishment proceedings, which includes compensating the garnishee.

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No Objection cost

If no one objects to the garnishee's answer and the garnishee is held liable, the judgment debtor is responsible for covering attorney fees and costs.

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Answer Objection cost

If someone objects to the garnishee's answer or nonexempt earnings statement, costs and attorney's fees will be determined by the issue's outcome.

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Garnishee Costs Limit

If no objection is filed to the garnishee's response, the costs will not exceed $50, excluding service costs and the cost of issuing the writ.

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Garnishee Fee Deduction

While a continuing lien is in effect, the garnishee can deduct $5 per pay period from the judgment debtor's nonexempt earnings for preparing and delivering the nonexempt earnings statement.

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Garnishee Discharge: Cost Responsibility

If the garnishee is discharged, the judgment creditor pays the proceeding costs and garnishee's reasonable compensation.

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No Objection: Debtor's Cost

If no objection to the garnishee's answer is filed, the judgment debtor pays attorney fees and costs in the proceeding.

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Answer objection Costs & fees

If the garnishee's answer is objected to; attorney fees and costs shall abide the issue.

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Cost Cap Without Objection

Costs are capped at $50, excluding service and writ issuance costs, if no objection is filed to the garnishee's answer.

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Request for Hearing Form

A form to request a hearing if you believe your wage garnishment is unlawful or excessive.

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Nonexempt Earnings Statement

A statement showing how much of your earnings are protected from garnishment by law.

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Hearing Request Trigger

File a request if no paycheck is received, or if a nonexempt earnings statement doesn't arrive with your paycheck.

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Hearing Request Delivery

Give copies to the garnishee (employer) and the judgment creditor or their attorney.

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Hearing Request Deadline

No later than ten days after you receive the answer of garnishee.

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Garnishment Forms

Free documents courts provide in garnishment cases.

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Initial Notice Contents

An explanation of the judgment debtor's rights concerning garnishment.

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Instructions to Garnishee

Document that tells the garnishee how to proceed with the garnishment.

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Initial Notice Details

Document detailing rights/responsibilities of garnishment, objections, and hearing procedures.

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Affirmative Defense Burden of Proof

The defendant must prove affirmative defenses by a preponderance of the evidence.

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Justification Defenses

Conduct that would be an offense if not justified, but is not wrongful if it is justified.

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Burden for Justification Defenses

The state (prosecution) must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant did NOT act with justification.

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Evidence of Justification

If a defendant provides evidence of justification, the state must disprove it beyond a reasonable doubt.

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Presumption Exceptions

This law doesn't change the presumptions in ARS 13-411(C) and ARS 13-503.

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Definition of Domestic Violence

"Domestic violence" is a dangerous crime against children, or specific offenses, between related people.

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Domestic Violence: Relationship Type

Marriage/Former Marriage, residing or having resided in the same household, or having a child in common.

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Domestic Violence: Familial Relationship

Related by blood or court order as a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother or sister or by marriage.

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Domestic Violence: Step Relative

Child residing with defendant related by blood to a former spouse/person who resided with the defendant.

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Domestic Violence: Romantic Relationship

A romantic or sexual relationship currently or previously.

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Assessing Relationship Nature

Type, length, and frequency of interaction determine a relationship.

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Domestic Violence Arrest

Arrest permissible with probable cause, with or without a warrant.

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DV Arrest Requirements

Officer must have probable cause that DV occurred AND that the arrestee committed the offense even if outside their presence.

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Mandatory Arrest in DV

In domestic violence cases with physical injury or deadly weapons, officers MUST arrest if probable cause exists, protecting the victim from further harm.

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Dual Arrest Criteria

Officers need independent probable cause for BOTH parties to arrest both in a domestic violence situation.

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Self-Defense Exception

Self-defense, when justified, IS NOT considered an act of domestic violence.

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Inapplicable Release Procedures

Release procedures under 13-3883(A)(4) and 13-3903 ARE NOT applicable to arrests made under this domestic violence statute.

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Temporary Firearm Seizure

Officers MAY temporarily seize firearms if in plain view or found via consent, AND if they reasonably believe it threatens serious harm.

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Victim Firearm Possession

The victim can own or possess the firearm UNLESS there is probable cause to believe that both parties independently committed an act of domestic violence.

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Firearm Seizure Receipt

After seizing a firearm, the officer MUST provide a receipt with identifying info.

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Firearm Holding Period

Seized firearms MUST be held for at least 72 hours by law enforcement.

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Victim Notification

A peace officer shall notify the victim BEFORE the firearm is released from temporary custody.

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Firearm Retention Notice

If returning a firearm may endanger someone, the prosecutor files notice to retain it for up to six months.

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Hearing Request

The owner may request a hearing to dispute seizure or request an earlier return date of the seized firearm.

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DV Designation

Domestic violence indictments, complaints, etc., MUST be marked with "DV".

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DV Release Conditions

Release orders for DV arrests MUST include conditions to protect the alleged victim.

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Victim Information Duty

Officers responding to DV calls MUST provide victims with written info on protective orders, emergency numbers, and local resources.

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Impact of Victim's Pregnancy

If the victim was pregnant during the commission of the offense, the court may increase the sentence.

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Domestic Violence Treatment

A judge mandates completion of a domestic violence offender treatment program for misdemeanor domestic violence convictions.

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Treatment Program Approval

Treatment programs must meet standards set by the state health department, the supreme court, the United States department of veterans affairs or a probation department.

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Repeat Offense Consequences

On conviction of a misdemeanor domestic violence offense, if a person within sixty months has previously been convicted of a violation of a domestic violence offense or is convicted of a misdemeanor domestic violence offense and has previously been convicted of an act in another state, a court of the United States or a tribal court that if committed in this state would be a domestic violence offense, the judge may order the person to be placed on supervised probation and the person may be incarcerated as a condition of probation.

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Probation and Incarceration

For repeat offenders, the court can impose supervised probation and incarceration as a condition of probation.

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Probation Assessment

A court may conduct an intake assessment when the person begins the term of probation and may conduct a discharge summary when the person is released from probation.

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Work/Study Release

For employed or student offenders, the court may allow them to continue their employment or studies up to 12 hours a day, 5 days a week.

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Treatment Program Costs

Offenders are responsible for covering the costs associated with completing the court-ordered domestic violence treatment program.

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Who Pays?

The offender must pay for the costs of the domestic violence offender treatment program.

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Aggravated Domestic Violence

Committing a third or subsequent domestic violence offense within 84 months.

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Aggravated DV Classification

Class 5 felony.

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Misdemeanor DV Convictions

Prior convictions for misdemeanor DV offenses only count if committed on or after January 1, 1999.

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84-Month Period

Dates of commission determine the 84-month period, regardless of conviction sequence.

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Series of Acts Exclusion

A third or subsequent violation excludes convictions arising from the same series of acts.

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Ineligibility for Release

Not eligible for probation, pardon, commutation, suspension of sentence, or release until serving a minimum jail term.

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Jail Term (Two Priors)

Minimum of four months in jail.

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Jail Term (Three+ Priors)

Minimum of eight months in jail.

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Prior Conviction Date

Prior convictions for misdemeanor domestic violence offenses only apply if committed on or after January 1, 1999.

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Offense Date Matters

The dates offenses were committed, not convicted, determine the 84-month period.

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Domestic Violence Offense

Domestic violence as defined in ARS 13-3601.

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Minimum jail term (2 priors)

Not eligible for probation, pardon, commutation or suspension of sentence or release until serving a minimum of 4 months in jail.

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Minimum jail term (3+ priors)

Not eligible for probation, pardon, commutation or suspension of sentence or release until serving a minimum of 8 months in jail.

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Same series exception

A third or subsequent violation for which a conviction occurs does not include convictions arising out of the same series of acts.

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Order of Protection Petition

A legal document filed with a court requesting protection from domestic violence.

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Order of Protection Filing

Filed with a magistrate, justice of the peace, or superior court judge.

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Minor Plaintiff Filing

A parent, legal guardian, or custodian files, unless the court decides otherwise.

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Third-Party Petition

If a person is unable to request an order, a third party may request on their behalf.

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Third-Party Determination

The court determines if the third party is suitable to make the request.

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Statewide Jurisdiction

Any court in Arizona can issue protective orders, regardless of plaintiff/defendant location.

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Order of Protection Restrictions

Orders are not granted without a written petition, against those under 12 (except in juvenile court), or against more than one defendant.

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Petition Contents

Plaintiff's name; defendant's name/address (if known); specific acts of domestic violence (with dates); relationship between parties; prior/pending related cases; desired relief.

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Fee Waiver & Free Forms

Filing fees are waived for petitions under this section, and courts provide free forms for parties without counsel.

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Emergency Info Provision

Courts offer information on local emergency and counseling services to both parties in protection order cases.

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Petition Review

The court reviews pleadings and evidence, including electronic harassment, to decide if an order of protection should be issued without a full hearing.

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Grounds for Order Issuance

An order of protection is issued if there's 'reasonable cause' to believe the defendant may commit or has committed domestic violence.

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Timeframe Exception

Time the defendant was incarcerated or out of state is not counted when determining the time frame for past acts of domestic violence.

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Further Hearing Option

If relief is denied, a further hearing can be scheduled within ten days, with notice to the defendant.

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Enjoin Future Violence

An order can prevent the defendant from committing domestic violence acts.

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Exclusive Possession

One party can be granted exclusive possession of the residence if physical harm may result otherwise.

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Restricted Contact

The order can restrain the defendant from contacting or coming near the plaintiff, their residence, work, or school.

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Firearm Prohibition

If the defendant is a credible threat, they can be prohibited from possessing firearms.

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Treatment Program Mandate

After notice/hearing, a defendant may be required to complete a domestic violence offender treatment program.

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Animal Custody

The court can grant the plaintiff exclusive care/custody of any animal owned by either party and forbid the defendant from mistreating the animal.

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No Mutual Orders

Mutual orders of protection are prohibited; courts may consolidate petitions but cannot issue cross orders without separate findings.

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Order Service

Orders must be provided to law enforcement or constables for service; confirmation of service should be given to the plaintiff.

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Municipal Service Duty

Municipal courts' law enforcement agencies serve orders within their city/town limits when possible.

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Victim Notification on Release

Custodial agencies must attempt to notify victims/designated persons upon release of an arrested person, if they requested notification.

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Protection Order Remedies

Remedies for enforcing protection orders are in addition to other available civil and criminal options.

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Superior Court Jurisdiction

Superior court has exclusive jurisdiction for protection orders if a divorce/paternity case is pending.

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Lower Court Restriction

Lower courts (municipal/justice) can't issue protection orders if a divorce/paternity case is pending.

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Case Transfer Process

Lower courts forward protection order cases to superior court if a related case is pending.

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Ex Parte Hearing Exception

Lower courts can hold hearings on ex parte orders if requested before notice of a superior court action.

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Order Validity

A protection order isn't invalid just because a related case was pending in a higher court.

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Cost Allocation

After a hearing, a court can order a party to pay costs, including attorney fees.

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Appeal Process

Justice/municipal court orders after a hearing can be appealed to superior court.

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Definition of "Pending"

"Pending" means a final judgment hasn't been entered, OR a post-decree proceeding hasn't concluded.

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Officer Liability Protection

A peace officer acting on probable cause and without malice is not liable for arrests under this section.

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Full Faith and Credit

Valid out-of-state protection orders are fully recognized and enforced in Arizona.

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Protection Order Scope

A protection order includes orders preventing violence, threats, or harassment.

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Order Validity Requirements

A valid protection order requires jurisdiction, notice, and an opportunity to be heard.

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Mutual Order Scrutiny

Mutual protection orders require specific findings to be granted full faith and credit.

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Order of Protection Service

Orders served by the LE agency where defendant is located, or sheriff/constable if not in a city/town.

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Justice of the Peace Order Service

Sheriff/constable serves orders from a justice of the peace or a municipal law enforcement agency.

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Superior Court Judge order service

Sheriff or constable of the county where the defendant is located must serve the order.

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Additional Server Types Allowed

Peace or correctional officers in their official capacity can also serve protection orders.

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Priority of Service

Serving an order of protection takes precedence over other process unless there's a threat.

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Right to a Hearing

Defendant can request one hearing in writing during the order's effective period, free of charge, within 10 days.

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Order Warning

Face of the order warns of arrest/prosecution for disobeying or interfering with the order.

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Order Expiration

Orders expire if not served within one year after issuance and expire two years after service.

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Confidential Information

Supplemental information form used for service purposes is kept confidential.

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Service Filing Deadline

Filed within 72 hours (excluding weekends/holidays) with the court clerk.

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Order Entry Timeline

The court enters the order into a central repository within 24 hours after filing.

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Central Repository Location

Maintained by the supreme court.

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Arrest Authority

A peace officer can arrest without a warrant if they believe someone violated a protection order.

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Enforcement Referrals

Violations should be referred to law enforcement.

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Release Conditions

Release conditions must include protection for the alleged victim.

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Emergency Order Duration

Emergency order lasts 7 days unless extended by the court.

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Oral Emergency Order

Issued orally by a judicial officer if life/health is in imminent danger.

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Third-Party Request

Third party can request if the person is temporarily or permanently unable.

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Emergency Order Process

Document the order, write it down, serve it, file it, and register it.

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Actual Notice Effect

Actual notice of order = penalty for violation, even without formal service.

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Order After Residence Change

Availability is not affected by either party leaving the residence.

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Enforcement Obligation

Law enforcement must enforce the emergency order if there’s reasonable cause of violation.

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Emergency Order Availability

In large counties (150,000+), a judge must be available after hours to issue emergency orders of protection by telephone.

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Smaller County Order Issuance

In smaller counties, any judge, justice of the peace, magistrate, or commissioner may issue emergency orders of protection by telephone after hours.

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Release Order Registration

Within 24 hours of arrest for domestic violence, a certified copy of the release order must be registered with the sheriff's office.

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Sheriff's Order Repository

The sheriff's office maintains a central repository for release orders to easily verify their existence and validity.

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Grounds for Emergency Order

A judge etc. may issue an emergency order if a peace officer believes someone is in immediate danger of domestic violence.

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Order: Prevent Offenses

An emergency order can prevent the defendant from committing domestic violence offenses.

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Exclusive Residence Use

The court may grant one party exclusive use of the residence if there's reasonable cause to believe physical harm may result otherwise.

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Restricted Contact/Location

The order can restrict the defendant from contacting or being near the plaintiff's residence, work, or school.

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Counterclaim Transfer

If a counterclaim exceeds $10,000 in a justice of the peace court, the case is moved to the superior court.

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Counterclaim Fee Responsibility

The party filing the counterclaim pays defendant fees to the superior court, but no other party pays anything extra from the justice court action.

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Small Counterclaim Penalty

If a counterclaim recovery is $10,000 or less, the superior court might not award costs and may impose costs/fees on the party.

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Remand to Justice Court

The Superior Court can send the case back to the Justice Court if it is more convenient, or if the counterclaim is 10k or less.

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Justice Court Dispute Resolution

The Justice of the Peace can use arbitration or other dispute resolution methods in civil actions (excluding evictions).

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JP Jurisdiction Source

Justices of the peace have jurisdiction only as granted by law.

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JP Civil Action Limit

Exclusive if amount is $10,000 or less, excluding interest, costs, and attorney fees.

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JP and Superior Courts

Concurrent with superior court when the amount in dispute is $10,000 or less.

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Title Issue in JP Court

The JP stops the proceedings and transfers the case to superior court.

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Large County JP Actions

Civil actions, small claims, civil traffic offenses (with exceptions), and certain detainers.

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Landlord-Tenant Title Issue

Title to the property cannot be raised or made an issue.

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Jurisdiction by Precinct

Actions occurring in the specific precinct where the JP was elected/assigned.

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JP Original Jurisdiction

Actions pursuant to ARS 22-201 subsections B and C; small claims; civil traffic if not filed in a municipal court and special and forcible detainer actions.

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Who can commence a small claims action?

Natural persons, corporations, partnerships, associations, marital communities, or other organizations.

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Who CANNOT start a small claims action?

An assignee or person not party to the original transaction, except personal representatives in Title 14 proceedings.

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Small Claims: Individual Representation

An individual must represent themselves.

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Small Claims: Marital Community Rep

Either spouse or both can represent the marital community.

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Small Claims: Partnership Representation

An active general partner or authorized full-time employee.

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Small Claims: Corporation Representation

A full-time officer or authorized employee.

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Small Claims: Association Representation

An active member or authorized full-time employee.

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Small Claims: Other Organization Rep

One of its active members or authorized full-time employees.

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Small Claims Representation

In small claims, an association's employee (or management company) can represent them if authorized in writing.

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Original Party Requirement

The association must be the original party in the small claims action for employee representation to be allowed.

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Attorney Participation Stipulation

Parties can agree in writing before the hearing to allow attorneys in small claims actions, overriding standard restrictions.

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Judgment Assignment

Assigning a judgment to a licensed debt collector is allowed for enforcement purposes in small claims court.

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Post-Judgment Rights

After a judgement for money, the rights to pursue legal remedies can be assigned or pursued by counsel, consistent with the party's rights.

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"Claim" Definition

An obligation for payment of money owed to another party.

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Collection Agency

Entities engaged in soliciting or collecting debts from others.

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"Department" Definition

The Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions.

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Deputy Director

The deputy director of the financial institutions division, within the Department.

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Financial Institution

An entity operating under state or federal banking laws (banks, credit unions, etc.).

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Collection Agency Application

A person wanting to operate a collection agency must apply to the department using forms from the deputy director.

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Financial Statement Requirement

Must include a financial statement showing assets, liabilities, and net worth in cash or equivalent.

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Collection Agency Bond

A bond based on gross annual income from business transacted in Arizona.

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Additional Info Request

The deputy director can request more information to decide if the applicant qualifies for a license.

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"Business Transacted in this State"

Includes collecting debts from debtors in AZ, from an office IN AZ, or on behalf of creditors in AZ, regardless of location.

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Sworn Financial Statement

A statement provided under oath by an applicant, partner, director, manager, or treasurer that contains financial information.

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Confidential Financial Info

Information contained within the financial statement which is secure and not accessible to the public.

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Bond Condition

Guarantees the collection agency pays clients the proceeds collected, minus agreed-upon charges, usually within 30 days after the month of collection.

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Surety Withdrawal Notice

A surety company intending to end its guarantee for a licensee must provide a formal notification well in advance of the termination date.

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Bond Cancellation Notification

Occurs when a surety cancels a licensee's bond for any reason; the deputy director promptly informs the licensee.

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License Voidance

The license becomes invalid immediately unless a replacement bond is filed with the department before the existing bond's cancellation.

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Alternative Deposit

Alternatives to traditional surety bonds may include cash deposits or other approved financial instruments. Acts as a security.

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Treasurer-Assigned Bank CDs

CDs or investment certificates payable/assigned to Arizona's treasurer, issued by in-state banks, and FDIC insured.

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Treasurer-Assigned Savings CDs

CDs, investment certificates or share accounts payable/assigned to Arizona's treasurer, issued by in-state savings and loan or savings banks, and FDIC insured.

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Treasurer-Assigned Credit Union CDs

CDs, investment certificates or share accounts are payable/assigned to Arizona's treasurer, issued by in-state credit unions, and NCUA insured.

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Bond Deposit Authority

The deputy director is required to deposit cash or alternatives received as bonds with the state treasurer.

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Treasurer's Guarantee Role

Treasurer safeguards cash/bonds guaranteeing legal obligations of those licensed under ARS 32-1021(B). Applicant gets interest.

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Treasurer's Admin Fee

Treasurer can charge a fee (max $10) for cash/bond deposits, paid by the license applicant to cover state administrative expenses.

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Bond Release Conditions

Deposit principal released only with deputy director's written authorization, court order, AFTER license lapses.

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Bond Suit Limitation

Suits on bonds/cash alternatives limited to 3 years from the act, EXCEPT fraud/mistake (ARS 12-543(3) applies).

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Unlicensed Collection Agency

Operating a collection agency without proper authorization is illegal.

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Aiding Unlicensed Entities

Licensed agencies can't support unlicensed entities, but they can receive claims from out-of-state agencies or attorneys.

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Advertising Claim Sales

Advertising a claim sale or threatening to do so to enforce payment is prohibited, unless acting as an assignee or under court order.

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Remittance Deadline

Proceeds, minus agreed fees, must be remitted within 30 days from the end of the month they were collected.

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Deposit Requirements

Collected funds must be deposited in a local depository and kept there until remitted to clients.

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Record Keeping

Failing to keep records of monies collected and remittances is unlawful.

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Change Notification

Agencies must inform the department within ten days of any name or address change.

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Aiding and Abetting

Helping others evade or violate collection agency regulations is prohibited.

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Unlicensed Collection Penalty

A class 1 misdemeanor.

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ARS 32-1055 Violation Consequence

Breaking rules related to debt collection.

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Penalty for Rule Violation

License revocation and a class 1 misdemeanor.

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Regulations' Purpose

The rules and regulations put in place to govern debt collection practices.

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Prosecuting Officer's Duty

County or city officer responsible for pursuing legal action against those who violate regulations within their jurisdiction.

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Who Prosecutes Violations?

The prosecutor of the relevant county or city.

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Corporate Officer Liability

Individuals who participate in a corporation's or association's violation face individual penalties.

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Penalty Source

Penalties outlined in section 32-1056.

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Scope of Individual Liability

Applies individual penalties to officers or agents of corporations/associations involved in violations.

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Untenantable premises impact

If a leased building becomes uninhabitable due to unforeseen circumstances, the tenant isn't responsible for rent and can leave.

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Rent obligation exception

The tenant is relieved from paying rent if the property becomes uninhabitable, unless a written agreement states otherwise.

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Tenant's right to vacate

The tenant can leave and surrender the property if it's unfit for occupancy.

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Tenant's responsibility

The damage must occur without the tenant's fault or neglect.

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Causes of untenantable conditions

Events include natural disasters or other causes making the property unsafe.

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Lease Violation

Tenant fails to pay rent or violates the lease agreement.

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Landlord's Options

Landlord can re-enter, take possession, or start an action for recovery.

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Action Timeline

Governed by forcible entry/detainer rules, trial set 5-30 days after commencement.

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Appeal Bond Purpose

Covers rental value during appeal + any losses due to the appeal.

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Landlord's Lien

Landlord can seize tenant's personal property on the premises to cover unpaid rent.

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Property Sale

Sell seized property per ARS 33-1023 if rent is not paid within 60 days of seizure.

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Sublessee/Assignee Lien

The landlord has the same lien rights against them.

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Notice/Pleading Standard

If statutory content requirements are met, the notice/pleading is sufficient.

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Debt or Foreclosure Election

Plaintiff must choose one cause of action: debt collection OR mortgage foreclosure.

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Action on Debt

Acting in court to recover money that is owed to you.

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Mortgage Foreclosure

Legal process to seize and sell property to satisfy a debt.

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Elect (Legal Context)

To select one course from multiple options.

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Dismissal (Legal)

To officially terminate legal proceedings.

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Homestead Exemption

Protection from forced sale, up to $250,000 in equity, for a primary residence.

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Who Can Claim a Homestead?

Single individuals or married couples residing in Arizona.

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What Qualifies as a Homestead?

An interest in real property with a dwelling, a condo, a cooperative, or a mobile home (plus land).

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Homestead Value

The equity value a person or couple has in their home.

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Homestead Exemption and Cash Proceeds

The exemption applies to the cash received, protecting it for 18 months or until a new homestead is established.

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Proceeds Protected

A homestead exemption protects identifiable cash proceeds from a voluntary or involuntary sale of homestead property.

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Closing Disclosure

The parties in a real estate transaction can rely on the final closing disclosure to determine the amount of equity in a homestead property.

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Homestead Exemption Exception

Refinancing the homestead property.

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Life Insurance Exemption

Protects money a surviving spouse or child receives from a deceased's life insurance, up to $20,000.

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Minor's Earnings Exemption

Protects the earnings of a minor child from being used to cover the parent's debts, unless the debt directly benefited the child.

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Support Payment Exemption

Protects money received as child support or spousal maintenance payments pursuant to a court order.

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Insurance Benefits Exemption

Protects benefits from health, accident, or disability insurance policies, with exceptions for premiums, debts paid by the policy, and support payments.

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Exempt Property Claim Exemption

Protects money from claims for damage to exempt property and proceeds from insurance on exempt property.

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Life Insurance Cash Value Exemption

Protects the cash value of life insurance policies owned for at least two years, with specific family members as beneficiaries.

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Damage to Exempt Property

Exempts money for destruction or damage to exempt property.

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Insurance on Exempt Property.

Protects insurance proceeds on exempt property.

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Dependent (Exemptions)

Family member getting at least half of their support from the insured debtor.

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Exempt Annuity Contract

An annuity contract owned for 2 years, naming specific relatives as beneficiaries.

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Damages for Exempt Property Levy

Damages recoverable from wrongful levy or sale of exempt personal property.

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Exempt Account Amount

$300 held in a single account at a financial institution.

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Exempt College Savings Plan

An interest in a college savings plan (529 plan).

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Exempt Tax Credits

Federal/state earned income and child tax credits.

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Exempt Retirement Plan

Retirement plans under specific sections of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.

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Prepaid Rent Exemption

Rent paid in advance, including security deposits, up to $2,000, if homestead exemption isn't claimed.

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Child Support Exception

Orders resulting from judgments for child support arrearages or child support debt.

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Retirement contributions timeframe

One hundred twenty days before filing for bankruptcy.

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Exempt Property

Property exempt from seizure for debt collection.

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Health Insurance Exemption

Benefits from health, accident, or disability insurance are generally exempt.

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Insurance Exemption Exception

Life insurance benefits are NOT exempt if the debt is secured by the insurance policy

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"Dependent" Definition in Annuity Context

Family member reliant on the insured for at least half of their support.

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Annuity Contract Exemption

An annuity owned for 2 years by a debtor, naming specific relatives as beneficiaries, is generally exempt from creditors, but with exceptions.

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Annuity Contract Exemption Exception

The amount of any premium, payment or deposit with respect to that contract is recoverable or avoidable by a creditor pursuant to title 44, chapter 8, article 1 is not exempt

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Exemption: Damages Recoverable

Compensation for damages due to wrongful seizure of exempt property.

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Single account exemption

$5,000 held in a single account is protected from creditors (adjusted annually for cost of living).

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College Savings Plan Exemption

College savings plans (529 plans) are protected, excluding contributions within two years of bankruptcy.

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Retirement Plan Exemption

Retirement plans (401(a), 403(a), 403(b), 408, 408A, 409, 457) are exempt from creditors' claims.

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Retirement Plan Exemption Exceptions

The exemption does not protect alternate payees, amounts contributed within 120 days before bankruptcy.

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Exemption Exception: Child Support

Exemptions do not apply to orders resulting from child support arrearages or debts.

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School Equipment Exemption

Items used for education at schools are protected from being taken to pay debts.

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Purpose of School Exemption

Items like library books, or lab equipment used for teaching, benefit society.

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Institutions Protected

This exemption applies to universities, colleges, seminaries, and schools.

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Protected from Seizure

The exemption prevents seizure through execution, attachment, or court-ordered sale.

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Requirements for Exemption

The debtor possesses the equipment. It is used for educating youth.

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Tools of the Trade Exemption

Exempts up to $5,000 fair market value of tools/equipment used in a commercial activity to carry out their trade.

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Vehicle Exclusion

Tools do NOT include a motor vehicle used for personal or family transportation.

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Farming Exemption

Exempts up to $2,500 worth of farm machinery, livestock, and related items for debtors whose primary income is from farming.

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Required Arms Exemption

Arms, uniforms, and equipment required by law to be kept by a debtor are exempt from process.

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Exempt Intangible Work Product

Includes telephone numbers, client/customer contacts, websites, domain names, or any other intangible work product.

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Institutional Residence Exclusion

Exempts residence at institutions like hospitals or schools if it's incidental to provided services.

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Contract of Sale Exclusion

Excludes occupancy under a contract of sale where the occupant is the purchaser.

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Fraternal/Social Org. Exclusion

Exempts occupancy by members of fraternal orgs in the portion of a structure benefiting the organization.

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Transient Occupancy Exclusion

Excludes short stays in hotels, motels, or recreational lodging.

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Employee Occupancy Exclusion

Exempts occupancy by a landlord's employee whose housing depends on their job.

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Building Code Compliance

Landlords must follow building codes affecting health and safety.

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Habitable Condition

Landlords must maintain premises in livable condition by making necessary repairs.

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Common Area Upkeep

Landlords must keep common areas clean and safe for all tenants.

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Essential Systems Maintenance

Landlords maintain electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems in good working order.

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Waste Disposal

Landlords provide receptacles for waste removal and arrange for its disposal.

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Utility Supply

Landlords supply running water, hot water, heat, and air-conditioning or cooling where installed and offered, based on seasonal weather.

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Tenant Assumed Duties

Landlords and tenants of a single-family residence can agree in writing, with adequate consideration, that the tenant will perform the landlord's duties.

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Multi-Unit Repair Agreements

In dwellings other than single-family homes, tenants can perform specified repairs/tasks if the agreement is in good faith and in a separate signed writing with adequate consideration.

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Notice of Noncompliance

Tenant's written notice to landlord for material noncompliance, threatening lease termination if uncorrected.

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Material Falsification

False information materially impacting the lease agreement, such as unit availability or condition.

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Breach Remedy Effect

Landlord fixes the issue or pays damages before the tenant's termination date. The rental agreement does not end.

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Tenant-Caused Condition

Tenant cannot terminate the lease if they or their guest caused the issue.

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Tenant's Legal Recourse

Tenant can sue for damages and request a court order to make the landlord comply.

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Remedies are cumulative

Tenant's right to recover damages/injunction is separate from the right to terminate the lease.

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Security Deposit Return

If the rental agreement ends, the landlord must return any refundable security deposit funds.

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Landlord Noncompliance

Landlord's actions or failures that violate the lease or affect health and safety.

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Material Noncompliance

Tenant's significant violation of the lease terms.

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Health and Safety Breach

Tenant's actions endangering health & safety on the property.

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Notice of Breach

Written notice from landlord specifying the lease violation and the date of termination if not fixed.

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Special Detainer Action

Legal action to evict a tenant after repeated lease violations.

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Material and Irreparable Breach

A serious violation of the lease agreement that cannot be fixed, such as illegal activity on the property.

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Notice for Immediate Termination

A written notice from the landlord that demands immediate termination of the rental agreement due to a material/irreparable breach.

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Terminate Rental Agreement

Filing a special detainer action to legally evict a tenant for not paying rent.

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Rent Payment Grace Period

The tenant has 5 days to pay after written notice from the landlord of nonpayment before the landlord can terminate the agreement.

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Landlord's Recoverable Damages

The landlord can collect costs, attorney fees, and damages caused by the tenant.

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Discontinuing Utility Services

The landlord can cut off utilities after a writ of restitution is executed.

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Handling Tenant's Property

The day after a writ of restitution is executed, the landlord must handle the tenant's abandoned property as per ARS 33-1370.

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Tenant Responsibility for Guests

Tenants are responsible for their guests' actions if they violate the lease agreement.

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Withholding Rent

Rent can only be withheld for reasons specifically authorized by Arizona statutes.

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Definition of 'Days'

All references to “days” mean calendar days.

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Retaliatory Conduct

A landlord cannot retaliate against a tenant for certain protected actions by raising rent, decreasing services, or initiating eviction.

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Protected Tenant Actions

Complaining to a government agency about housing code violations, complaining to the landlord about violations, or joining a tenant's union.

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Tenant's Recourse

Tenant can use remedies under 33-1367 and has a defense in an eviction action.

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Presumption of Retaliation

A complaint made within six months before the alleged retaliation creates a presumption of retaliatory conduct by the landlord.

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Landlord's Exceptions

If the tenant caused the violation or is behind on rent, the landlord can still bring an action for possession.

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Inspection Authority

Authorizes cities/towns/counties/state to inspect residential rental property under specific conditions.

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Non-Compliance Consequence

Failure to comply with ARS 33-1902 triggers immediate property inspection until compliance.

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Tenant Consent Rule

Inspection requires tenant consent for interior entry; legal remedies exist if consent is denied.

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Slum Property Inspection

Property designated as 'slum' can be inspected annually for three years.

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Inspection Costs

Property owner bears the costs of inspections.

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Assessment Priority

Penalty or inspection costs are 'assessments' that take priority over most other debts.

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Cost Recording

The penalty or inspection cost becomes a lien recorded with the county recorder.

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Statute Independence

Inspection statutes do not affect other ordinances related to property inspection.

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Study Notes

  • Certain debtor property is exempt from execution, attachment, or court-ordered sale.
  • Money (up to $20,000) received by a surviving spouse/child from a deceased spouse's/parent's/legal guardian's life insurance is exempt.
  • A debtor's minor child's earnings are exempt from the debtor's liabilities, unless contracted for the child's special benefit.
  • Money payable to a person via court order for child support or spousal maintenance is exempt.
  • Monies from health, accident, or disability insurance are exempt, with exceptions for policy premiums, debts secured by pledge, previously paid debts, and support payments replacing earnings.
  • Monies from claims/insurance related to the destruction of or damage to exempt property are exempt.
  • The cash surrender value of life insurance policies (owned for two years) is exempt if the beneficiary is a spouse, child, parent, sibling, or other dependent family member, with some exceptions.
    • A dependent is defined as a family member who depends on the insured debtor for at least half of their support.
  • Annuity contracts (owned for two years) are exempt if the beneficiary is the debtor, their spouse, child, parent, sibling, or other dependent family member, with some exceptions.
    • A dependent is defined as a family member who depends on the debtor for at least half of their support.
  • Claims for damages recoverable due to levy/execution sale of exempt personal property, or wrongful taking/detention are exempt, as are judgments recovered for such damages.
  • $5,000 held in a single account at a financial institution is exempt, except from normal service charges.
    • This amount is adjusted annually starting January 1, 2024, based on the Consumer Price Index.
    • The exemption will be rounded up to the nearest $100.
  • An interest in a 529 college savings plan is exempt except for contributions made within two years before bankruptcy.
  • Money/assets payable to a qualified retirement plan participant/beneficiary are exempt from creditor claims, with exceptions.
    • Exceptions include alternate payees under qualified domestic relations orders, contributions made within 120 days of filing bankruptcy, and assets of bankruptcy proceedings filed before July 1, 1987.
    • The interest of any and all alternate payees is exempt from any and all claims of any creditor of the alternate payee.
  • A person not using the homestead exemption can claim prepaid rent (including security deposits) up to $2,000 as a personal property homestead.
  • This section does not exempt property from orders resulting from judgments for child support arrearages or child support debt.
  • A debtor's library, philosophical, chemical, or other apparatus used for instructing youth in a university, college, seminary of learning, or school is exempt.
  • Tools and equipment used in a commercial activity, trade, business, or profession are exempt.
    • This includes tools, equipment, instruments, and books, including telephone numbers, client or customer contact information, or marketing tools, such as websites, domain names or any other intangible work product, in the possession of a debtor or the spouse of a debtor primarily used in, and necessary to carry on or develop, the commercial activity, trade, business or profession of the debtor or the debtor's spouse, not in excess of an aggregate fair market value of $5,000.
    • Tools do not include a motor vehicle primarily used by a debtor for personal, family or household purposes such as transportation to and from the debtor's place of employment.
    • Farm machinery, utensils, implements of husbandry, feed, seed, grain and animals not in excess of an aggregate value of $2,500 belonging to a debtor whose primary income is derived from farming.
    • All arms, uniforms and accoutrements required by law to be kept by a debtor.
  • Unless created to avoid the application of this chapter, certain residence arrangements are not covered.
    • This includes residence at an institution if incidental to detention, the provision of medical, educational, counseling or religious services or the provision of a social service program that is provided by a social service provider.
      • Social service provider means a private entity that directly assists an individual or family in obtaining housing and that offers to provide the individual or family with assistance in obtaining employment, child care, health care, education, skills training, transportation, counseling or any other related service.
    • Occupancy under a contract of sale where the occupant is the purchaser or a successor.
    • Occupancy by a member of a fraternal/social organization in a structure operated for the organization's benefit.
    • Transient occupancy in hotels, motels, or recreational lodging.
    • Occupancy by a landlord's employee as a manager/custodian, conditional upon employment.
    • Occupancy by a condominium unit owner or cooperative proprietary leaseholder.
    • Occupancy in or operation of public housing.

Landlord Obligations for Fit Premises (33-1324)

  • Landlords must adhere to building codes affecting health and safety (section 9-1303).
  • Landlords must maintain premises in fit and habitable condition by making necessary repairs.
  • Landlords must keep common areas clean and safe.
  • Landlords must maintain electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and other supplied facilities/appliances (including elevators) in good working order.
  • Landlords must provide waste removal receptacles and arrange for waste removal.
  • Landlords must supply running water, reasonable amounts of hot water, reasonable heat, and air-conditioning/cooling when seasonal weather conditions require it.
    • This excludes cases where buildings aren't required to be equipped or rented units have tenant-controlled installations with direct utility connections.
  • If the first duty is greater than others, it determines the landlord's duty.

Agreements for Tenant Performance of Landlord Duties

  • Landlords and tenants of single-family residences can agree in writing for the tenant to perform duties related to waste removal and supplying utilities.
    • This can include specified repairs, maintenance, alterations, and remodeling, if it's in good faith and not to evade landlord obligations.
    • The work cannot address noncompliance issues related to health, safety, and habitability.
  • Landlords and tenants of other dwelling units may agree for the tenant to perform specified repairs, maintenance, alterations, or remodeling if:
    • The agreement is in good faith, written separately, signed by both, and supported by adequate consideration.
    • The work cannot address noncompliance issues related to health, safety, and habitability.
    • The agreement doesn't diminish the landlord's obligations to other tenants.

Noncompliance by the Landlord (33-1361)

  • If a landlord materially doesn't comply with the rental agreement or materially falsifies written information, the tenant can deliver a written notice specifying the breach.
    • The rental agreement will terminate no less than ten days after the notice is received if the breach isn't remedied within those ten days.
      • Material falsification includes false information about the unit availability (unless a holdover tenant is in illegal possession), the condition of the premises, current and future services, utility services, and responsibility for utility payments.
  • If a landlord's noncompliance with section 33-1324 materially affects health and safety, the tenant can deliver a written notice specifying the breach.
    • The rental agreement will terminate no less than five days after the notice is received if the breach isn't remedied within those five days.
  • The rental agreement terminates, and the dwelling unit must be vacated as specified in the notice, with the following exceptions:
    • If the breach is remediable by repairs, payment of damages, or otherwise, and the landlord adequately remedies the breach before the date specified in the notice, the rental agreement won't terminate.
    • The tenant can't terminate the agreement for a condition caused by the deliberate or negligent act or omission of the tenant, a family member, or another person on the premises with the tenant's consent.
  • Tenants can recover damages and obtain injunctive relief for any landlord noncompliance with the rental agreement or with section 33-1318 or 33-1324.
  • The tenant's remedy is in addition to any right arising from the noncompliance rules.
  • If the rental agreement is terminated, the landlord must return all security recoverable by the tenant.

Tenant Noncompliance with Rental Agreement (33-1368)

  • For a material noncompliance by the tenant including material falsification of information on the rental application, the landlord may deliver a written notice specifying the breach.
    • The rental agreement will terminate no less than ten days after the receipt of the notice if the breach remains un-remedied after ten days.
    • Material falsification includes untrue or misleading information about:
      • Number of occupants, pets, prospective tenant income, social security number, and current employment listed on the application or lease agreement.
      • Tenant's criminal records, prior eviction record, and current criminal activity. This type of falsification is not curable.
  • If the tenant's noncompliance with section 33-1341 materially affects health and safety, the landlord may deliver a written notice specifying the breach.
    • The rental agreement will terminate no less than five days after receipt of the notice, if the breach isn't remedied in five days.
    • If the breach is remediable by repair or payment of damages, and the tenant adequately remedies it before the date specified, the agreement won't terminate.
    • If there's a repeat act of noncompliance of the same or similar nature during the lease term, the landlord may institute a special detainer action ten days after delivering written notice of the second noncompliance.
    • For material and irreparable breaches on the premises (including illegal weapon discharge, homicide, prostitution, criminal street gang activity, prohibited activity per section 13-2308, unlawful controlled substance activities, threatening or intimidating, assault, nuisance acts, or lease breaches jeopardizing health, safety, or property), landlords may deliver written notice for immediate termination and proceed under section 33-1377.
      • This list is not exhaustive.
  • Tenants cannot withhold rent for reasons not authorized.
    • If rent is unpaid, the landlord can terminate the rental agreement by filing a special detainer action if the tenant fails to pay within five days after written notice of nonpayment and the landlord's intent to terminate.
    • Before filing a special detainer action, the rental agreement is reinstated if the tenant tenders all past due rent and reasonable late fees in a written agreement.
    • After a special detainer action is filed, the agreement is reinstated only if the tenant pays all past due rent, reasonable late fees, attorney fees, and court costs.
    • After a judgment, any reinstatement is solely at the landlord's discretion.
  • Landlords may recover all reasonable damages from tenant noncompliance with the rental agreement, section 33-1341, or occupancy, including court costs, attorney fees, and quantifiable damage to premises.
  • Landlords can discontinue utility services on the day following the execution of a writ of restitution or execution under section 12-1181, performed by an authorized person, without superseding standard utility procedures.
  • Landlords must comply with section 33-1370, subsections D, E, F, G, H, and I regarding the tenant's personal property on the day following the execution of a writ of restitution or execution under section 12-1181.
  • Tenants are responsible for the actions of their guests violating the lease agreement or rules and regulations, if the tenant could reasonably be expected to be aware of such actions and did not attempt to prevent them.
  • "Days" means calendar days.

Retaliatory Conduct Prohibited (33-1381)

  • Landlords cannot retaliate by increasing rent, decreasing services, or threatening/bringing an action for possession after certain tenant actions.
    • These actions include complaining to a governmental agency about building/housing code violations materially affecting health and safety.
    • Complaining to the landlord about a violation under section 33-1324.
    • Organizing/joining a tenants' union.
    • Complaining to a government agency about a violation of the wage-price stabilization act.
  • If a landlord violates the above, the tenant has remedies under section 33-1367 and a defense in an action for possession.
    • Evidence of a complaint within six months before the alleged retaliation creates a presumption of retaliation.
    • The presumption doesn't arise if the complaint was made after notice of rental agreement termination.
    • Presumption, means the trier of fact must find the existence of the fact presumed unless and until evidence is introduced which would support a finding of its nonexistence
  • Despite the above, a landlord can bring an action for possession if:
    • The building/housing code violation was caused primarily by the tenant's or their guest's lack of reasonable care.
    • The tenant is in default in rent, though this doesn't release the landlord from liability under section 33-1361, subsection B.

Inspections (33-1904)

  • Cities, towns, counties, or the state can inspect residential rental property under certain conditions in addition to other statutes/ordinances.
    • This inspection can occur if a property owner fails to comply with section 33-1902, and the property will be subject to immediate inspection until compliance.
    • If the property is occupied, the inspecting authority must request the tenant's consent before entering the interior.
    • The right of inspection does not extend to the interior of a dwelling unit in a space rental mobile home park or recreational vehicle park that is not owned by a landlord unless the dwelling unit is occupied or if the dwelling unit is vacant or abandoned, the owner consents to the inspection.
    • If the tenant refuses entry, the inspecting authority can seek legal remedies to secure entry.
    • Inspection can occur if a property has been designated as a slum property by a city, town, county, or the state which allows annual inspections for three consecutive years.
    • The process for designating a property as a slum property must be established by the city, town, county, or state.
  • The property owner is responsible for the costs of inspections conducted under this section, including dwelling units in space rental mobile home or RV parks not owned by a landlord.
  • Recorded penalties or inspection costs are considered an assessment and have priority over other liens, obligations, or encumbrances, with certain exceptions.
    • Excepted liens include liens under title 12, chapter 7, article 12, prior recorded mortgages, restitution liens, child support liens, and general tax liens.
    • For dwelling units in space rental mobile home/RV parks not owned by a landlord, only a lien against the dwelling can be recorded.
    • The lien may be filed with the department of transportation and, if filed, has the same effect as otherwise provided for in this section.
  • This section does not affect other statutes/ordinances about property inspections.

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