Arizona § 12-1633 - Payment to officer by third party; discharge; citation to third party

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§ 12-1633. Payment to officer by third party; discharge; citation to third party

A. After issuance of an execution, any person indebted to the judgment debtor may pay to the officer holding the writ the amount of his debt or so much thereof as is necessary to satisfy the execution. The officer's receipt shall be a sufficient discharge for the amount so paid.

B. If it appears to the court, by affidavit or otherwise, that any person has property of the judgment debtor or is indebted to him in an amount exceeding fifty dollars, the court may order such person to appear at a specified time and place, before it or a referee, and answer concerning such indebtedness.

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 12-1633

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-1633 cover?

Section 12-1633 ("Payment to officer by third party; discharge; citation to third party") 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 § 12-1633?

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Is this the official text of Arizona law?

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How does Arizona § 12-1633 apply to my situation?

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