Arizona § 12-529 - Defenses available for certain actions by the state or person claiming through the state
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-529 — Defenses available for certain actions by the state or person claiming through the state, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-529. Defenses available for certain actions by the state or person claiming through the state
Any action brought by this state or any person claiming through this state for lands, or for the rents or profits from lands, based on a claim of navigability of any watercourse, as defined in section 37-1101, except the Colorado river, is subject to all legal and equitable defenses which would be available if the claimant were not this state or a private person or political subdivision of this state claiming through this state.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 12-529
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-529 cover?
Section 12-529 ("Defenses available for certain actions by the state or person claiming through the state") 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 § 12-529?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-529" (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 § 12-529 apply to my situation?
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