Arizona § 38-544 - Violation; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-544 — Violation; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-544. Violation; classification
A. Any public officer, local public officer or candidate who knowingly fails to file a financial disclosure statement required pursuant to section 18-444, 38-543 or 38-545, who knowingly files an incomplete financial disclosure statement or who knowingly files a false financial disclosure statement is guilty of a class 1 misdemeanor.
B. Any public officer, local public officer or candidate who violates this chapter is subject to a civil penalty of fifty dollars for each day of noncompliance but not more than five hundred dollars that may be imposed as prescribed in sections 16-937 and 16-938.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-544
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-544 cover?
Section 38-544 ("Violation; classification") 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 § 38-544?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-544" (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 § 38-544 apply to my situation?
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