Arizona § 13-4021 - Competency to be executed; definition
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4021 — Competency to be executed; definition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-4021. Competency to be executed; definition
A. A person who is sentenced to death shall not be executed as long as he is mentally incompetent to be executed.
B. As used in this article, "mentally incompetent to be executed" means that due to a mental disease or defect a person who is sentenced to death is presently unaware that he is to be punished for the crime of murder or that he is unaware that the impending punishment for that crime is death.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-4021
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4021 cover?
Section 13-4021 ("Competency to be executed; definition") 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 § 13-4021?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4021" (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 § 13-4021 apply to my situation?
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