Arizona § 14-1303 - Venue; multiple proceedings; transfer
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 14-1303 — Venue; multiple proceedings; transfer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-1303. Venue; multiple proceedings; transfer
A. Where a proceeding under this title could be maintained in more than one place in this state, the court in which the proceeding is first commenced has the exclusive right to proceed.
B. If proceedings concerning the same estate, protected person, ward or trust are commenced in more than one county of this state, the court in the county in which the proceeding was first commenced shall continue to hear the matter, and the other courts shall hold the matter in abeyance until the question of venue is decided; and if the ruling court determines that venue is properly in another county, it shall transfer the proceeding to the other county.
C. If a court finds that in the interest of justice a proceeding or a file should be located in another county of this state, the court making the finding may transfer the proceeding or file to the other county.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 14-1303
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 14-1303 cover?
Section 14-1303 ("Venue; multiple proceedings; transfer") 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 § 14-1303?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 14-1303" (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 § 14-1303 apply to my situation?
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