Arizona § 13-3986 - Title of affidavits or depositions
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3986 — Title of affidavits or depositions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-3986. Title of affidavits or depositions
It is not necessary to give a title to an affidavit or deposition in a criminal action, whether taken before or after indictment or information, or upon appeal. If the affidavit or deposition is made without a title, or with an erroneous title, it shall be as valid and effectual for every purpose as if it were given a title, if it intelligibly refers to the proceeding, indictment, information or appeal in which it is made.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-3986
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3986 cover?
Section 13-3986 ("Title of affidavits or depositions") 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 § 13-3986?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3986" (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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