Arizona § 13-3899 - Complaint need not be verified
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3899 — Complaint need not be verified, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-3899. Complaint need not be verified
A. Complaints stating misdemeanor charges laid before a magistrate under the provisions of section 13-3898, or filed with the magistrate under the provisions of section 13-3903 need not be sworn to if they contain a form of certification by the arresting officer in substance as follows: "I hereby certify that I have reasonable grounds to believe and do believe that the person cited herein committed the offense described herein contrary to law."
B. A false certification under the provisions of subsection A of this section shall constitute perjury.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-3899
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3899 cover?
Section 13-3899 ("Complaint need not be verified") 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 § 13-3899?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3899" (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?
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How does Arizona § 13-3899 apply to my situation?
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