Arizona § 38-898 - Subrogation; right of setoff
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-898 — Subrogation; right of setoff, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-898. Subrogation; right of setoff
A. If an individual becomes entitled to a pension or other benefit payable by the retirement plan as a result of an accident or injury caused by the act of a third party, the fund is subrogated to the rights of the individual against the third party to the extent of fund financed benefits which the retirement plan pays or becomes liable for payment.
B. The retirement plan is entitled to the right of setoff to recover overpayments made by the retirement plan and to satisfy any claim arising from embezzlement or fraud committed by a member, retired member, former member, beneficiary or other individual having a claim to benefits.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-898
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-898 cover?
Section 38-898 ("Subrogation; right of setoff") 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 § 38-898?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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