Arizona § 12-1135 - Attorney fees and costs
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1135 — Attorney fees and costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-1135. Attorney fees and costs
(Caution: 1998 Prop. 105 applies)
A. A property owner is not liable to this state or any political subdivision of this state for attorney fees or costs in any eminent domain action or in any action for diminution in value.
B. A property owner shall be awarded reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses in every eminent domain action in which the taking is found to be not for a public use.
C. In any eminent domain action for the purpose of slum clearance and redevelopment, a property owner shall be awarded reasonable attorney fees in every case in which the final amount offered by the municipality was less than the amount ascertained by a jury or the court if a jury is waived by the property owner.
D. A prevailing plaintiff in an action for just compensation that is based on diminution in value pursuant to section 12-1134 may be awarded costs, expenses and reasonable attorney fees.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 12-1135
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1135 cover?
Section 12-1135 ("Attorney fees and costs") 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 § 12-1135?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1135" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.
How does Arizona § 12-1135 apply to my situation?
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