Arizona § 36-2024 - Treatment of alcoholics
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-2024 — Treatment of alcoholics, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-2024. Treatment of alcoholics
A. An alcoholic may apply for evaluation and treatment directly to any approved public or private treatment facility. If the applicant is a minor or incompetent person, either the applicant or a parent, legal guardian or other legal representative of the applicant shall apply for evaluation and treatment.
B. Subject to rules adopted by the department, the administrator in charge of any approved public or private treatment facility may determine who shall be admitted for evaluation and treatment. If a person is refused admission to an approved private treatment facility because of financial reasons, the administrator in charge, subject to rules established by the department, shall refer the person to an approved public treatment facility for treatment, if possible and appropriate.
C. If a patient who is receiving inpatient care leaves an approved treatment facility, the patient shall be encouraged to consent to appropriate outpatient treatment or intermediate treatment.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 36-2024
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-2024 cover?
Section 36-2024 ("Treatment of alcoholics") 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 § 36-2024?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-2024" (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?
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How does Arizona § 36-2024 apply to my situation?
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