Arizona § 13-2706 - Limitation on defenses
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2706 — Limitation on defenses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-2706. Limitation on defenses
A. It is no defense to a prosecution under this chapter that:
1. The statement was inadmissible under the rules of evidence; or
2. The oath or affirmation was taken or administered in an irregular manner; or
3. The defendant mistakenly believed the false statement to be immaterial.
B. The provisions of law which declare that evidence obtained upon examination of a person as a witness cannot be received against him in a criminal proceeding do not forbid giving such evidence against the person upon any proceedings founded upon a charge of perjury committed in such examination.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-2706
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2706 cover?
Section 13-2706 ("Limitation on defenses") 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 § 13-2706?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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