Arizona § 40-492 - Tampering with a utility; civil action
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 40-492 — Tampering with a utility; civil action, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-492. Tampering with a utility; civil action
A. A utility may bring an action for damages or to enjoin any activity against a person who:
1. Makes a connection or reconnection with property owned or used by the utility to provide utility service without the authorization or consent of the utility.
2. Prevents a utility meter or other device used to determine the charge for utility services from accurately performing its measuring function.
3. Tampers with property owned or used by the utility.
4. Uses or receives the utility services without the authorization or consent of the utility and knows or has reason to know of the unlawful diversion, tampering or connection.
B. A utility need not suffer or be threatened with monetary damages to bring an action to enjoin any activity under this article.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 40-492
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 40-492 cover?
Section 40-492 ("Tampering with a utility; civil action") 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 § 40-492?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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