Arizona § 12-3004
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-3004, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-3004.
A. Except as otherwise provided in subsections B and C of this section, a party to an agreement to arbitrate or to an arbitration proceeding may waive, or the parties may vary the effect of, the requirements of this chapter to the extent permitted by law.
B. Before a controversy arises that is subject to an agreement to arbitrate, a party to the agreement may not:
1. Waive or agree to vary the effect of the requirements prescribed in section 12-2101.01, section 12-3005, subsection A, section 12-3006, subsection A, section 12-3008, section 12-3017, subsection A or B or section 12-3026.
2. Agree to unreasonably restrict the right under section 12-3009 to notice of the initiation of an arbitration proceeding.
3. Agree to unreasonably restrict the right under section 12-3012 to disclosure of any facts by a neutral arbitrator.
4. Waive the right under section 12-3016 of a party to an agreement to arbitrate to be represented by a lawyer at any proceeding or hearing under this chapter, but an employer and a labor organization may waive the right to representation by a lawyer in a labor arbitration.
C. A party to an agreement to arbitrate or to an arbitration proceeding may not waive, or the parties may not vary the effect of, the requirements of this section, section 12-2101.01, section 12-3003, subsection A, paragraph 1 or 3, section 12-3007, 12-3014 or 12-3018, section 12-3020, subsection D or E, section 12-3022, 12-3023 or 12-3024, section 12-3025, subsection A or B or section 12-3028, 12-3029 or 41-2615.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 12-3004
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-3004 cover?
Section 12-3004 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 § 12-3004?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-3004" (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 § 12-3004 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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