Arizona § 38-101 - Definitions

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-101 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 38-101. Definitions

In this title, unless the context otherwise requires:

1. "Office", "board" or "commission" means any office, board or commission of the state, or any political subdivision thereof, the salary or compensation of the incumbent or members of which is paid from a fund raised by taxation or by public revenue.

2. "Public institution" means any institution maintained and paid for from a fund raised by taxation or by public revenue.

3. "Officer" or "public officer" means the incumbent of any office, member of any board or commission, or his deputy or assistant exercising the powers and duties of the officer, other than clerks or mere employees of the officer.

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-101

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-101 cover?

Section 38-101 ("Definitions") 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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