Arizona § 41-196 - Witness protection
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-196 — Witness protection, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41-196. Witness protection
A. The director of the department of public safety with the concurrence of the attorney general may upon the director's own initiative or at the request of any county attorney or law enforcement agency provide for the security of government witnesses, potential government witnesses and their immediate families in official criminal or civil proceedings instituted or investigations pending against a person alleged to have engaged in a violation of the law. Providing for this security of witnesses may include provision of housing facilities and for the health, safety and welfare of such witnesses and their immediate families, if testimony by such a witness might subject the witness or a member of his immediate family to a danger of bodily injury, and may continue so long as such danger exists. The director of the department of public safety with the concurrence of the attorney general may authorize the purchase, rental or modification of protected housing facilities for the purpose of this section. He may also with the concurrence of the attorney general contract with any government or department of government to obtain or to provide the facilities or services to carry out this section. Any appropriation for witness protection shall be made to and administered by the department of public safety.
B. The offer of protection to a person may be conditioned by the director of the department of public safety upon reimbursement in whole or part to the state by a government of the cost of maintaining and protecting such person.
C. Monies deposited in the anti-racketeering revolving fund established pursuant to section 13-2314.01 may be used for witness protection.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 41-196
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-196 cover?
Section 41-196 ("Witness protection") 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 § 41-196?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-196" (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 § 41-196 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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