Arizona § 13-3842 - Fugitives from justice; duty of governor
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3842 — Fugitives from justice; duty of governor, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-3842. Fugitives from justice; duty of governor
Subject to the provisions of this article, the provisions of the Constitution of the United States controlling, and any and all acts of Congress enacted in pursuance thereof, it is the duty of the governor of this state to have arrested and delivered up to the executive authority of any other state of the United States any person charged in that state with treason, felony, or other crime, who has fled from justice and is found in this state.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-3842
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3842 cover?
Section 13-3842 ("Fugitives from justice; duty of governor") 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 § 13-3842?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 13-3842 apply to my situation?
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