Arizona § 13-4139 - Finality of discharge; exceptions
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4139 — Finality of discharge; exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-4139. Finality of discharge; exceptions
A person who has been discharged by order of the court or judge upon habeas corpus shall not be again imprisoned, restrained or kept in custody for the same cause, except:
1. If he was discharged from custody on a criminal charge, and is afterwards committed for the same offense by legal order or process.
2. If, after discharge for defect of proof, or for any defect in process, warrant or commitment, the prisoner is again arrested on sufficient proof and committed by legal process for the same offense.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-4139
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4139 cover?
Section 13-4139 ("Finality of discharge; exceptions") 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 § 13-4139?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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