Arizona § 21-406 - Absence

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 21-406 — Absence, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 21-406. Absence

A. At any time, for good cause, the presiding judge of the superior court or a designee may excuse a grand juror temporarily or permanently.  If a grand juror is excused permanently, the presiding judge of the superior court or a designee may replace the excused juror with an alternate grand juror so as to maintain the original membership at the prescribed number of persons. The alternate grand juror shall be selected as prescribed by chapter 3 of this title.

B. A grand juror shall not vote on any matter on which evidence has been taken in the juror's absence or before the juror's impanelment.

 

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 21-406

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 21-406 cover?

Section 21-406 ("Absence") 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 § 21-406?

A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 21-406" (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 § 21-406 apply to my situation?

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