Arizona § 13-4142 - Issuance, service and return of writ or process; time; manner; duty of clerk
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§ 13-4142. Issuance, service and return of writ or process; time; manner; duty of clerk
A. Any writ or process authorized by this article may be issued and served on any day or at any time.
B. The writs, processes, warrants and subpoenas shall be issued by the clerk of the court, and, except subpoenas, sealed with the seal of such court, and shall be served and returned forthwith unless the court or judge specifies a particular time for the return. When the writs or processes are made returnable before a judge, they shall be returned before him at the county seat and there heard and determined.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-4142
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4142 cover?
Section 13-4142 ("Issuance, service and return of writ or process; time; manner; duty of clerk") 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 § 13-4142?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-4142" (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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