Arizona § 38-461 - Appointment and recording of appointment
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-461 — Appointment and recording of appointment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-461. Appointment and recording of appointment
A. Every state officer, board or commission may appoint deputies and assistants when authorized by law, and may appoint clerks and employees for the prompt discharge of the duties of the office.
B. Deputies, assistants and subordinate officers whose appointments are not otherwise provided for by law shall be appointed by the officer or body to whom they are subordinate.
C. The appointment of deputies and assistants by state officers, boards or commissions shall be in writing and filed in the office of the secretary of state. The appointment of deputies, assistants or clerks by county officers or boards shall, except as otherwise provided, be in writing and recorded in the office of the county recorder.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-461
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-461 cover?
Section 38-461 ("Appointment and recording of appointment") 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 § 38-461?
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