Arizona § 13-758 - Persons present at execution of sentence of death; limitation
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-758 — Persons present at execution of sentence of death; limitation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-758. Persons present at execution of sentence of death; limitation
The director of the state department of corrections or the director's designee shall be present at the execution of all death sentences and shall invite the attorney general and at least twelve reputable citizens of the director's selection to be present at the execution. The director shall, at the request of the defendant, permit clergymen, not exceeding two, whom the defendant names and any persons, relatives or friends, not exceeding five, to be present at the execution. The director may invite peace officers as the director deems expedient to witness the execution. No persons other than those set forth in this section shall be present at the execution nor shall any minor be allowed to witness the execution.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-758
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-758 cover?
Section 13-758 ("Persons present at execution of sentence of death; limitation") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 13-758?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 13-758 apply to my situation?
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