Arizona § 40-852 - Allowing engine or car to remain upon public crossing; classification

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 40-852 — Allowing engine or car to remain upon public crossing; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 40-852. Allowing engine or car to remain upon public crossing; classification

An engineer, conductor or other employee or officer of a railroad company who permits a locomotive or cars to be or remain upon the crossing of a public highway over such railway so as to obstruct travel over the crossing for a period exceeding fifteen minutes, except in cases of unavoidable accident, is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 40-852

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 40-852 cover?

Section 40-852 ("Allowing engine or car to remain upon public crossing; 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 § 40-852?

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Is this the official text of Arizona law?

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How does Arizona § 40-852 apply to my situation?

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