Arizona § 15-998 - Liability of treasurer for failure to keep separate account or give notice; enforcement
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-998 — Liability of treasurer for failure to keep separate account or give notice; enforcement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-998. Liability of treasurer for failure to keep separate account or give notice; enforcement
If the county treasurer fails to keep a separate account for each school district and for the special county school reserve fund or give the notice required by section 15-996, he is liable to the county in the amount of five hundred dollars, and the county attorney shall, upon direction of the board of supervisors, bring an action in the name of the county against the treasurer for the recovery of the five hundred dollars. Monies collected are payable into the county school fund.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 15-998
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-998 cover?
Section 15-998 ("Liability of treasurer for failure to keep separate account or give notice; enforcement") 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 § 15-998?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-998" (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 § 15-998 apply to my situation?
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