Arizona § 45-187 - No rights acquired by adverse use or adverse possession
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-187 — No rights acquired by adverse use or adverse possession, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-187. No rights acquired by adverse use or adverse possession
No rights to the use of public waters of the state may be acquired by adverse use or adverse possession as between the person and the state, or as between one or more persons asserting the water right, but nothing contained herein shall be deemed to diminish or enhance the validity of a claim filed under this article originating prior to the effective date of chapter 164 of the laws of 1919.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 45-187
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-187 cover?
Section 45-187 ("No rights acquired by adverse use or adverse possession") 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 § 45-187?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 45-187 apply to my situation?
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