Arizona § 28-4801 - Definitions
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-4801 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28-4801. Definitions
In this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. "Abandoned vehicle" means a vehicle, trailer or semitrailer that is of a type subject to registration under this title whether lost, stolen, abandoned or otherwise unclaimed and that has been abandoned on a public highway, public property or elsewhere in this state, including private property. Evidence that a vehicle was left unattended for a period of forty-eight hours within the right-of-way of any highway, road, street or other public thoroughfare or for a period of seventy-two hours on public or private property or elsewhere in this state is prima facie evidence of abandonment.
2. "Officer" means any police officer or other law enforcement officer.
3. "Vehicle registration agency" means the agency or department of any state that has charge of the records of motor vehicle registration in that state.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 28-4801
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-4801 cover?
Section 28-4801 ("Definitions") 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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