Arizona § 38-607 - Recovery of payment to disqualified persons

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-607 — Recovery of payment to disqualified persons, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 38-607. Recovery of payment to disqualified persons

Any board, officer or person who allows, audits or pays any warrant or other certificate of indebtedness for services performed to any person not qualified as provided in section 38-201, shall be liable for twice the amount so paid by an action in the name of any citizen of the county, if paid from county funds, or by an action in the name of any citizen of the state, if paid from state funds. The recovery, if any, shall be paid into the fund from which the amount was originally paid.

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-607

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-607 cover?

Section 38-607 ("Recovery of payment to disqualified persons") 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 § 38-607?

A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-607" (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 § 38-607 apply to my situation?

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