Arizona § 23-415 - Citations

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-415 — Citations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 23-415. Citations

A. If the director, following an inspection or investigation determines that there is reasonable cause to believe that violation exists he shall with reasonable promptness issue a citation to the employer. Each citation shall be in writing and shall contain the following:

1. A particular description of the nature of the violation, including a reference to the provision of this article, or of any standard or regulation alleged to have been violated.

2. A reasonable time for the abatement of the violation.

3. A notice that the employer may request a hearing pursuant to section 23-420 if he is aggrieved by the citation.

B. A certified mail delivery receipt or a signed verification of delivery in person shall be prima facie evidence of receipt of a citation.

C. Each citation issued under this section or a copy or copies thereof shall be prominently posted at or near each place a violation referred to in the citation existed.

D. No citation may be issued after the expiration of a period of six months from the date of the inspection or investigation which produced evidence of the violation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 23-415

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-415 cover?

Section 23-415 ("Citations") 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.

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Is this the official text of Arizona law?

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