Arizona § 26-1057 - Effective date of sentences
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 26-1057 — Effective date of sentences, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26-1057. Effective date of sentences
A. A forfeiture shall not extend to any pay or allowances accrued before the date on which the sentence is approved by a person acting under section 26-1060.
B. Any period of confinement included in a sentence of a court-martial begins to run from the date ordered by the court-martial pursuant to 26-208, but periods during which the sentence to confinement is suspended or deferred shall be excluded in computing the service of the term of confinement.
C. All other sentences of courts-martial are effective on the date they are ordered executed.
D. On application by an accused who is under sentence to confinement that has not been ordered executed, the convening authority, or if the accused is no longer under his jurisdiction, the adjutant general, may in his sole discretion defer service of the sentence to confinement. The deferment terminates when the sentence is ordered executed. The deferment may be rescinded at any time by the officer who granted it, or if the accused is no longer under his jurisdiction, by the adjutant general.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 26-1057
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 26-1057 cover?
Section 26-1057 ("Effective date of sentences") 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 § 26-1057?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 26-1057" (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 § 26-1057 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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