Arizona § 16-1002 - Counterfeiting or distributing unlawful ballots; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-1002 — Counterfeiting or distributing unlawful ballots; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-1002. Counterfeiting or distributing unlawful ballots; classification
A person who counterfeits a ballot, or who circulates or gives to another a counterfeit ballot, knowing at the time that the ballot has not been issued pursuant to the election laws of the state, is guilty of a class 5 felony.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 16-1002
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 16-1002 cover?
Section 16-1002 ("Counterfeiting or distributing unlawful ballots; classification") 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 § 16-1002?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 16-1002 apply to my situation?
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