Arizona § 38-717 - Liability insurance and immunity for the board
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-717 — Liability insurance and immunity for the board, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-717. Liability insurance and immunity for the board
A. The department of administration shall provide coverage pursuant to title 41, chapter 3.1, article 1 against all liability for acts or omissions of any nature by members of the board while acting in an authorized governmental or proprietary capacity and within the course and scope of their employment or authority.
B. Notwithstanding any other law, a member of the board is immune from civil liability and is not subject to suit directly or by way of contribution for any act or omission resulting in any damage or injury if the member was acting in good faith and within the scope of the member's official capacity, unless the damage or injury was caused by wilful and wanton or grossly negligent conduct of the member. For the purposes of this subsection, "official capacity" means any decision or act taken by a member of the board to further the purpose for which the board is established.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-717
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-717 cover?
Section 38-717 ("Liability insurance and immunity for the board") 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 § 38-717?
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