Arizona § 19-117 - Initiative and referendum petition; changes; applicability

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 19-117 — Initiative and referendum petition; changes; applicability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 19-117. Initiative and referendum petition; changes; applicability

Notwithstanding any other law, any change in the law or procedure adopted by a governing body with respect to circulation or filing of an initiative or referendum petition after an initiative or referendum petition application is filed pursuant to section 19-111 does not apply to the initiative or referendum petition.

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 19-117

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 19-117 cover?

Section 19-117 ("Initiative and referendum petition; changes; applicability") 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 § 19-117?

A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 19-117" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Arizona law?

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How does Arizona § 19-117 apply to my situation?

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