Arizona § 8-263 - Order for counseling; administration
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 8-263 — Order for counseling; administration, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-263. Order for counseling; administration
A. In addition to or before entering a judgment pursuant to article 4 of this chapter, the court may order parents or guardians of a child referred to the court and the child to attend family counseling programs administered by the court pursuant to this article.
B. The court shall determine the frequency of attendance at the counseling sessions provided for in subsection A of this section, the times and locations of the counseling sessions and the areas of counseling to be emphasized. The court may employ personnel and delegate to public and private agencies execution of the family counseling programs.
C. The court may not order a child or the child's parent or guardian to pay for the cost of counseling sessions or other services that are authorized by this section. Payment for services necessary to carry out the provisions of this section shall be a county charge to the matching funds as provided in this article.
D. This section does not prevent a health insurer that is subject to title 20 or an Arizona health care cost containment system contractor from covering a cost that is related to the child's treatment or care.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 8-263
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 8-263 cover?
Section 8-263 ("Order for counseling; administration") 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 § 8-263?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 8-263" (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 § 8-263 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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