Arizona § 15-549 - Compulsory leaves of absence for criminal charges; continued salary
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-549 — Compulsory leaves of absence for criminal charges; continued salary, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-549. Compulsory leaves of absence for criminal charges; continued salary
A. If any certificated teacher is charged by criminal complaint, information or indictment with any criminal offense which would be deemed cause for dismissal, the governing board may immediately place the teacher on compulsory leave of absence for a period of time extending for not more than ten days after the date of the entry of the judgment in the proceedings.
B. Any teacher placed upon compulsory leave of absence pursuant to this section shall continue to be paid regular salary during the period of compulsory leave of absence.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 15-549
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-549 cover?
Section 15-549 ("Compulsory leaves of absence for criminal charges; continued salary") 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 § 15-549?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-549" (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 § 15-549 apply to my situation?
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