Arizona § 26-1085 - Desertion
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 26-1085 — Desertion, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26-1085. Desertion
A. Any member of the national guard who without authority goes or remains absent from his unit, organization or place of duty with intent to remain away permanently, quits his unit, organization or place of duty with intent to avoid hazardous duty or to shirk important service or without being regularly separated from the national guard enlists or accepts an appointment in the same or another one of the forces in the national guard without fully disclosing the fact that he has not been regularly separated is guilty of desertion.
B. Any commissioned officer of the national guard who, after tender of his resignation and before notice of its acceptance, quits his post or proper duties without leave and with intent to remain away permanently is guilty of desertion.
C. Any person who is found guilty of desertion or attempt to desert shall be punished, if the offense is committed in time of war, by death or such other punishment as a court-martial may direct, but if the desertion or attempt to desert occurs at any other time, by such punishment, other than death, as a court-martial may direct.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 26-1085
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 26-1085 cover?
Section 26-1085 ("Desertion") 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 § 26-1085?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 26-1085" (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 § 26-1085 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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