Arizona § 38-901 - Transfers into or out of retirement plan
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-901 — Transfers into or out of retirement plan, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-901. Transfers into or out of retirement plan
A. A member who changes employment or transfers or is assigned to a position in which the member is no longer eligible to be a member of this plan, because of a change in duties or otherwise, with the same or another employer of this state or a municipality of this state participating in a different retirement system or plan, is entitled to have all credited service transferred to the retirement system or plan applicable to the new position in accordance with article 7 of this chapter.
B. A member who begins employment with a participating employer in this plan and who has credited service from a different system or plan may transfer the prior service to this plan in accordance with article 7 of this chapter.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 38-901
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-901 cover?
Section 38-901 ("Transfers into or out of retirement plan") 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 § 38-901?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 38-901 apply to my situation?
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