Arizona § 41-953 - Certificate of eligibility

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-953 — Certificate of eligibility, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 41-953. Certificate of eligibility

If the governor is satisfied from the proof furnished that the applicant is entitled to a pension, he shall issue to the applicant a pension certificate to that effect in a form to be approved by the attorney general and by the department of administration, setting forth the name and address of the pensioner, the date of his discharge, the date upon which payment of the pension shall begin, and such other items as the governor deems proper. The certificate shall be delivered to the pensioner, and the allowance thereunder certified to the department of administration.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 41-953

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-953 cover?

Section 41-953 ("Certificate of eligibility") 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 § 41-953?

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Is this the official text of Arizona law?

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How does Arizona § 41-953 apply to my situation?

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