Arizona § 31-239 - Utility fees
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 31-239 — Utility fees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-239. Utility fees
A. The director shall establish by rule a reasonable utility fee for electrical utilities that are consumed by prisoners who are confined in a correctional facility. The fee shall not exceed two dollars per month. The director shall charge each prisoner who possesses at least one major electrical appliance a utility fee. The director shall deduct the utility fee monthly from the prisoner's spendable account.
B. The director shall use the monies collected pursuant to this section to offset the cost of the department's utility expenses.
C. The director shall exempt the following prisoners from payment of the utility fee:
1. Prisoners at reception centers.
2. Prisoners in the behavioral treatment unit at the special management unit.
3. Prisoners with developmental disabilities who are housed in a special programs unit.
4. Prisoners who are housed in unit 8 at the Florence prison facility.
5. Prisoners who are inpatients at the Alhambra prison facility special programs psychiatric hospital.
6. Prisoners who are inpatients at the Flamenco prison facility mental health treatment unit.
D. The director shall deduct monies credited to an indigent inmate's spendable account for the payment of the utility fee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 31-239
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 31-239 cover?
Section 31-239 ("Utility fees") 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 § 31-239?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 31-239" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.
How does Arizona § 31-239 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Arizona.