Arizona § 11-301 - Discharge of patient capable of self-support; violation; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 11-301 — Discharge of patient capable of self-support; violation; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-301. Discharge of patient capable of self-support; violation; classification
A. A person admitted to the hospital shall be permitted to remain there so long as he is sick or has a disability or unable to earn a livelihood, and no longer. The contractor or superintendent shall discharge from the hospital every person as soon as he is restored to health and strength sufficient to support himself.
B. A contractor or person having charge of the hospital who knowingly permits a person to remain in the hospital at the expense of the county after he is restored to health and strength is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 11-301
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 11-301 cover?
Section 11-301 ("Discharge of patient capable of self-support; violation; classification") 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 § 11-301?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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