Arizona § 22-135 - Forfeiture of and disqualification from office on conviction of certain crimes
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 22-135 — Forfeiture of and disqualification from office on conviction of certain crimes, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-135. Forfeiture of and disqualification from office on conviction of certain crimes
In addition to the punishment prescribed by the crime, a constable who is convicted of any of the following crimes shall forfeit the office and is forever disqualified from holding office in this state:
1. Asking, receiving or agreeing to receive a bribe on an agreement or understanding that his vote, opinion or decision on any matter or question that is or may be brought before him for decision shall be influenced thereby.
2. Asking or receiving any emolument, gratuity or reward or any promise thereof, except as authorized by law, for doing any official act.
3. Purchasing or holding an interest in the purchase of any judgment or part of a judgment.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 22-135 cover?
Section 22-135 ("Forfeiture of and disqualification from office on conviction of certain crimes") 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.
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