Arizona § 38-446 - Acts based on written opinions; immunity
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§ 38-446. Acts based on written opinions; immunity
Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, no public officer or employee is personally liable for acts done in his official capacity in good faith reliance on written opinions of the attorney general issued pursuant to section 41-193, written opinions of a county attorney of the county, written opinions of the city or town attorney of the city or town or written opinions of any authorized private attorney for any independent public retirement trust fund or system for which the officer or employee serves or is employed.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-446
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-446 cover?
Section 38-446 ("Acts based on written opinions; immunity") 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 § 38-446?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 38-446 apply to my situation?
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