Arizona § 31-126 - Examination of certain prisoners for mental disorder
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 31-126 — Examination of certain prisoners for mental disorder, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-126. Examination of certain prisoners for mental disorder
When a person confined in the county jail upon arrest for or conviction of a misdemeanor manifests symptoms of a mental disorder, the sheriff shall notify a licensed physician who shall examine the person. If in the judgment of a licensed physician the person is suffering from a mental disorder, proceedings shall be taken as prescribed by title 36, chapter 5. The proceedings under title 36, chapter 5, shall be separate from court proceedings relating to the misdemeanor charge.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 31-126
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 31-126 cover?
Section 31-126 ("Examination of certain prisoners for mental disorder") 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 § 31-126?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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