Arizona § 12-1338 - Trial and burden of proof
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1338 — Trial and burden of proof, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-1338. Trial and burden of proof
A. The proceedings on the trial shall be as in other cases before such courts, as nearly as practicable.
B. If the property was taken from possession of the claimant, the burden of proof shall be on plaintiff. If it was taken from possession of defendant in the writ or any other person than claimant the burden of proof shall be on claimant.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 12-1338
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1338 cover?
Section 12-1338 ("Trial and burden of proof") 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 § 12-1338?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1338" (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 § 12-1338 apply to my situation?
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