Arizona § 40-494 - Presumption of violation
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 40-494 — Presumption of violation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-494. Presumption of violation
A rebuttable presumption that there is a violation of section 40-492 arises if either:
1. An instrument, apparatus or device installed to obtain utility service without paying the full charge is found attached to the meter or other device used to provide the utility service on the premises controlled by the customer or by the person using or receiving the utility service.
2. A meter was altered, tampered with or bypassed resulting in no measurement or inaccurate measurement of utility services.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 40-494
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 40-494 cover?
Section 40-494 ("Presumption of violation") 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 § 40-494?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 40-494" (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?
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How does Arizona § 40-494 apply to my situation?
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