Arizona § 35-211 - Approval, allowance or payment of unauthorized claim; liability of parties; penalty
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 35-211 — Approval, allowance or payment of unauthorized claim; liability of parties; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-211. Approval, allowance or payment of unauthorized claim; liability of parties; penalty
When any person who is obligated to approve, audit, allow or pay claims or demands upon the state, approves, audits, allows or pays, or consents to, or connives at, approving, auditing, allowing or paying a claim or demand against the state not authorized by law, such person, and the person in whose favor the claim or demand was made, shall be liable for any funds procured in such manner, plus twenty per cent of such amount and legal interest upon the amount paid from date of payment.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 35-211
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 35-211 cover?
Section 35-211 ("Approval, allowance or payment of unauthorized claim; liability of parties; penalty") 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 § 35-211?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 35-211" (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 § 35-211 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.
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