Arizona § 45-138 - Burden of proof

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-138 — Burden of proof, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 45-138. Burden of proof

A person who claims in a hearing held pursuant to section 45-136 or in a civil action that he is not violating or has not violated any provision of this article, a permit or order issued pursuant to this article or a rule adopted to carry out the purpose of this article on the ground that he qualifies for an exemption under section 45-132, subsection B, paragraph 4 has the burden of proving that he qualifies for the exemption.

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 45-138

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-138 cover?

Section 45-138 ("Burden of proof") 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 § 45-138?

A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-138" (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 § 45-138 apply to my situation?

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