Arizona § 36-734 - Treatment; exemption
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-734 — Treatment; exemption, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-734. Treatment; exemption
A. An afflicted person is not required to undergo treatment under this article if that person depends exclusively on prayer or spiritual means for healing in accordance with the tenets and practices of a recognized church or religious denomination and claims an exemption on that ground. The requirements of this article regarding compulsory reporting of tuberculosis disease, exclusion from employment or school, monitoring, examination, isolation and quarantine apply if there is clear and convincing evidence that the person is an afflicted person and is a substantial danger to another person or the community.
B. An afflicted person is not required to submit to any medical treatment or to go to or be confined in any hospital or other medical institution, if the afflicted person can be safely examined, monitored, isolated or quarantined in the afflicted person's home or another place that is suitable to the health of the afflicted person, provides appropriate protection to other persons and the community and is approved by either the department, the tuberculosis control officer or a local health officer.
C. This section does not exempt a person from complying with applicable laws regarding sanitation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 36-734
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-734 cover?
Section 36-734 ("Treatment; exemption") 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 § 36-734?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-734" (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 § 36-734 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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