Arizona § 12-1301 - Affidavit to obtain possession
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1301 — Affidavit to obtain possession, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-1301. Affidavit to obtain possession
If a plaintiff claims in his complaint the possession of specific personal property, he may at any time after complying with the provisions of chapter 14 of this title and before rendition of judgment file an affidavit showing:
1. That he is the owner of the property claimed, sufficiently describing it, or is lawfully entitled to its possession.
2. That the property is wrongfully detained by the defendant.
3. The actual value of the property and that it has not been seized under any process, execution, or attachment against the property of the plaintiff, or, if so seized, that it is by statute exempt from such seizure.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 12-1301
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1301 cover?
Section 12-1301 ("Affidavit to obtain 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 § 12-1301?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 12-1301 apply to my situation?
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